Maharashtra CM Inaugurates Pune Grand Tour 2026, Emphasizes Sporting Legacy

The Pune Grand Tour 2026, India's first UCI 2.2 category multi-stage Continental Cycling Road Race, was inaugurated by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. He emphasized that the event aims to establish a lasting sporting legacy and showcase Pune as a global destination for sports, tourism, and culture. The ceremony included Union Minister Muralidhar Mohol, state ministers Chandrakant Patil and Madhuri Misal, and officials from sports and local administration, highlighting rapid development of international-standard infrastructure.