Bangalore, January 24, 2016: Mantri Developers in association with the United Sisters Foundation organised a3k pre-run in the city today,as a part of the Pinkathon. Blame it on the modern lifestyle, fitness today has become a major concern especially amongst the working population. Hence there is greater need to opt for a healthy lifestyle. Pinkathon is an initiative that encourages people to incorporate a fitness programme into their daily lives by promoting simple community activities like walking and running.
The event saw a lot of enthusiasm from over 400 employees of Mantri Developers participating in the run. The run was flagged off by celebrated runner Mr.MilindSoman at theMantri House ending atthe Queen’s statue inCubbon Park.
Shreyank HM emerged as the winner of the run with a run time of 12 minutes and with the runner-up being Meghna Dutta with a run time of 14 minutes and 37 seconds.
Speaking on the occasion,Mr.SushilMantri, Chairman& Managing Director, Mantri Developers Pvt. Ltd, said, “Modern lifestyle is leading to several health issues in India, especially amongst women. This is indicative of social growth of the country. I feel that women empowerment begins with her health. Fitness plays a key role in leading a healthy lifestyle and keeping several diseases at bay. At Mantri Developers we encourage our employees to opt for a healthy lifestyle and the Pinkathon pre-run is one of such initiatives.
Mr.MilindSoman, Founder, Pinkathon, said, “I am overwhelmed at the response, being aware is the key and initiatives like these go a long way in creating healthy work environment, especially for women. I appreciate the initiative taken by Mantri Developers to lend support to Pinkathoncampaign in creating awareness about women health and fitness.”
Corporate Comm India(CCI Newswire)
