Archive · 11 Aug 2025
Run for SMA Raises Awareness for Rare Genetic Disorder in Hyderabad
A 'Run for SMA' happened in Hyderabad to help people learn about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare illness that affects children's muscles.
The run was organized by Cure SMA Foundation of India.
About 2,500 people participated, including students and families.
The goal was to bring attention to SMA.
People ran different distances in timed and non-timed categories.
The organizers hoped to encourage support for those affected by SMA.
Cure SMA Foundation of India organized the 3rd edition of Run for SMA in Hyderabad.
The run aimed to raise awareness about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic disorder.
The event included timed and non-timed running categories.
Approx. 2,500 runners participated in the event.
The run was flagged off by Special Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan.
- Who
- Organized by Cure SMA Foundation of India and attended by approximately 2,500 runners.
- What
- The 3rd edition of Run for SMA, an event to raise awareness about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad.
- Why
- To raise awareness about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).
- Event Name
- Run for SMA – 2025
- Organizing Body
- Cure SMA Foundation of India
- Location
- Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad
- Purpose
- Raise SMA Awareness
- Participants
- Approx. 2,500 runners
- Flagged off by
- Jayesh Ranjan
