Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni has been appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador for the Pune Grand Tour 2026, India’s first UCI-recognised multi-stage professional road cycling race. The five-day international event spans 437 km across Maharashtra’s Deccan Plateau and Sahyadri Range, testing endurance, strategy, and technical skill. Dhoni’s leadership, discipline, fitness, and mental resilience bring credibility and visibility to the event. His involvement is expected to inspire young athletes, promote cycling as a professional sport in India, and attract attention from the public and corporate sectors, supporting India’s emergence on the global professional cycling map.