Over 4,000 participate in Run for Nation marathon held in Coimbatore
Participants aged between eight and 85, including around 150 differently-abled individuals, competed in 12 categories. The event was flagged off by VGM Hospital Chairman V.G. Mohan Prasad, along with doctors and dignitaries.
This year's marathon focused on the theme 'Save the Knee', highlighting the growing prevalence of knee-related health issues. A team of 11 specialists conducted awareness drives across more than 100 institutions over the last three months.
A prize money of ₹1.5 lakh was also given.
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