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FastUp Mumbai Walkathon: Avni Juneja, 5, Youngest Participant, M.R. Rao, 84, Eldest
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FastUp Mumbai Walkathon: Avni Juneja, 5, Youngest Participant, M.R. Rao, 84, Eldest
India Record Book Holder Nishad Panju and Quadraplagic Runner Bhavesh Trivedi Among Participants
FPJ Web DeskUpdated: Friday, March 14, 2025, 09:30 PM IST
Mumbai Walkathon announcement |
M.R. Rao, an 84-year-old walking enthusiast, and five-year-old Avni Juneja will be the key highlights of the JustWalkIndia Fast & Up Mumbai Walkathon, set to take place in suburban Juhu on Sunday. The event will be flagged off at JVPD Grounds, Juhu, guiding participants past Amitabh Bachchan’s residence, towards Juhu Beach, and back.
JustWalkIndia is turning every step into a movement, celebrating health and community, emphasizing that walking is for everyone, regardless of age.
Rao and Juneja, both hailing from Mumbai, 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.
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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 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.
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Walking has several benefits like it aids in weight loss and also helps in keeping oneself fit.
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