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1st edition of Junior Marathon organised in Vadodara

1st edition of Junior Marathon organised in Vadodara
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Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Fit India" campaign

As part of pre event to the 9th edition of MG Vadodara International Marathon, a Junior Marathon has been organised in Vadodara to spread the message of fitness. Nearly 2000 pre school students along with their parents will take part in the event and spreading the message of healthy life.

The first "Junior Marathon" has been organized in Vadodara in collaboration with the UDAAN and Vadodara Marathon. Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Fit India" campaign, this junior marathon on the theme of "Bachhe Fit To India Fit will be held for pre-school children and their families. The "Junior Marathon" will be held on December 21 at Kamatibag on Saturday to "inspire fitness.

Junior marathon will be held in three categories of 2.5 to 4 years with 100m Junior Fun Run Guardians, 4 to 5 years Junior Half Marathon 210 meters and Junior full marathon 5 to 6 years will be held at 420 meters. All children participating in the Junior Marathon will be encouraged to provide attractive gifts and Will be given a message to stay fit.

Tejal Amin, Chairperson of Vadodara Marathon, Co-Chairperson Sameer Khera, as well as Directors of VM and members of the Marathon Team will be present on the occasion.

Vadodara Marathon's Chairperson Tejal Amin said, "It is very important for children to have awareness of fitness and to understand the importance of fitness along with recreation.” Through the Junior Marathon the organisers want to convey the message of fitness and strive to reach the people of PM Fit India campaign.

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