Archive · 2 Feb 2026
Manipal Run for Cure 2026 Promotes Cancer Awareness
On Sunday, February 4, 2026, thousands of people gathered at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in Vijayawada to participate in the Manipal Run for Cure 2026.
This event was organized by Manipal Hospitals to mark World Cancer Day.
People of all ages, including fitness lovers, doctors, students, and regular folks, joined in.
They ran either 5 kilometers or 10 kilometers along MG Road.
Important people like MVR Krishna Teja and P Venkata Ramana spoke about how everyone needs to work together to fight cancer.
They talked about being ready for emergencies and knowing more about health.
J Ramanjaneya Reddy, the hospital director, said that Manipal Hospital has been helping the community for 20 years.
After the run, everyone got medals and certificates.
It was a big event to remind everyone about cancer and how we can all help.
Thousands of people participated in the Manipal Run for Cure 2026 at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Vijayawada, to observe World Cancer Day 2026.
The event featured 5K and 10K categories and saw participation from diverse age groups, including fitness enthusiasts, healthcare professionals, students, and the public.
Key speakers emphasized the importance of collective action, community preparedness, and public health awareness in tackling cancer.
Manipal Hospital reaffirmed its two-decade-long commitment to community health, stating that cancer care goes beyond clinical treatment.
Participants were awarded medals and e-certificates upon completion of the run.
- Who
- Thousands of people, including fitness enthusiasts, healthcare professionals, students, and members of the public
- What
- Manipal Run for Cure 2026, a 5K and 10K run to promote cancer awareness
- When
- Sunday, February 4, 2026 (World Cancer Day 2026)
- Where
- Indira Gandhi Stadium, MG Road, Vijayawada
- Why
- To promote cancer awareness and collective action in tackling the growing burden of cancer
- Event Name
- Manipal Run for Cure 2026
- Organizer
- Manipal Hospitals
- Location
- Indira Gandhi Stadium, MG Road, Vijayawada
- Date
- Sunday, February 4, 2026 (World Cancer Day 2026)
- Categories
- 5K and 10K
- Participants
- Thousands of people, including fitness enthusiasts, healthcare professionals, students, and members of the public
- Key Speakers
- MVR Krishna Teja, P Venkata Ramana, J Ramanjaneya Reddy
- Awards
- Medals and e-certificates