Key Points
M.R. Rao and Avni Juneja inspire participants across generations
Walkathon features multiple walking categories and unique athletes
Women outnumber men in event registrations
Participants include wheelchair athletes and prosthetic leg walkers
The 84-year-old M.R. Rao and five-year-old Avni Juneja, both hailing from Mumbai, the capital of Maharashtra, will be the center of attention on Sunday. Their participation serves as an inspiring example for everyone, showcasing that walking is for all ages.
In this inaugural edition, women have outnumbered men in registrations across all three categories.
Bhavesh Trivedi, a quadriplegic runner, is Maharashtra's wheelchair rugby team captain and national champion. The first quadriplegic wheelchair athlete to participate in 57 long-distance runs, including two walkathon events
The other participant is Nihad Panju, who holds the India Book of Records for completing the most half marathons and the fastest half marathon with Hemiplegia, setting new benchmarks in endurance sports.
Eight participants will celebrate their birthdays by joining the Walkathon and committing to year-round fitness. Ten participants with prosthetic legs will also showcase their determination and indomitable spirit.
A large number of participants have already registered for the grand event, which will feature different categories like the 10km Pro Walk, 5km family walk, and 3km fun walk
Walking has several benefits, such as aiding in weight loss and helping to keep oneself fit.
