Octogenarian man, nonagenarian woman in Cbe marathon on Oct 2

: An 82-year old man and 74-year old woman will be among the 12,800 participants at the fourth edition of Coimbatore Marathon here on October 2. The Marathon is being held in aid of Coimbatore Cancer Foundation (CCF), a trust dedicated to the counselling, care and support of cancer patients and their family members.
Unveiling the official T-shirt and medals for the finishers, CCF Managing Trustee Dr Balaji said that through the marathon, the foundation has increased awareness about cancer, helped provide early detection with the help of screening camps along with follow up care and offer counselling for patients and their family as,well.

This Marathon, recognised by Tamil Nadu Athletic Association and Coimbatore District Athletic Association, comprises three events, a 21.1 KM run (half marathon), a 10 KM run and a five km run/walk, with a prize money of over rs. 2.6 lakh, Race Director Ramesh Ponnuswami, said.
While 20 per cent of participants are women and 13 per cent students, the oldest persons are a 82-year-old man and 74-year old woman in the veterans category, he said.
Business Head of Vodafone, Tamil Nadu, the main sponsors, S Murali said that with this initiative the company hoped to create and spread awareness on cancer.