Hans India Half Marathon today

Hyderabad: The Hans India on the occasion of World Heart Day on Sunday has organised a CSR activity 'Hans Half Marathon' at Sanjeevaiah Park, Necklace Road in Hyderabad.

The activity aims to spread awareness on Cardiovascular disease. The motto of the initiative as per World Heart Federation is that it's about saying to ourselves and the people we care about individuals all around us, "what can I do right now to look after My Heart, Your Heart … All of our Hearts."

The citizens of Hyderabad extended overwhelming support for the cause and registered in huge numbers to participate in 3km, 5km, 10km, & 21km run categories.

The participants are from various sectors like IT, government, students, runner associations, NGOs etc. They felt that such initiatives would help in creating awareness among people on the need to give up sedentary lifestyle and protect their heart.

Health Minister Eatala Rajender and Animal Husbandry T Srinivas Yadav appreciated the initiative of The Hans India and accepted the invitation to flag off the half marathon.