Arthritis is one of the most common medical conditions in India that is affecting 15 crore people and imposing a huge health burden on society. In the next decade or so, arthritis especially knee arthritis is expected to emerge as the fourth most common cause of physical disability in all age groups in India.
Sancheti Institute for Orthopedic & Rehabilitation, Shivaji Nagar, Pune organized the event Walk A Thon: 2023 to raise the awareness for the arthritis prevention & treatment on Sunday, 22 Oct. 2023 from Sancheti Hospital to Modern College Ground, Shivaji Nagar. *230+ NSS volunteers of Marathwada Mitra Mandal's College of Commerce* took part in the event by walking a distance in support of the noble cause.
Dr. K.H. Sancheti, the founder of the Sancheti Hospital inaugurated the event in the presence of Dr. Parag Sancheti, Chairman & Managing Director of the Hospital. The event culminated on Modern College Ground with being informed the audience about seriousness of Arthritis prevalence, some cultural performances, & felicitation of the guests of honor.
On the occasion, Mr. Sandip Karnik, Joint Commissioner of Pune was present as principal chief guest. Mr. Ravindra Binawale, Additional Commissioner PMC, Pune, Mr. Vikas Dhanane, Additional Commissioner of PMC, Pune, Prof. Dr. Gajanan Ekbote, Chairman, Progressive Education Society, Pune were invited as Chief Guests. While Vijay Kumar Magar, DCP, Traffic,Pune and Mr. Sandeep Singh Gill, DCP, Zone 1, Pune shared the dais as the guests of honor.
Prof. Pankaj Ghorpade sir & Prof. Dr. Kalpana Vaidya played the important role of co-ordination during the event. Prof. Sushil Gangane guided and motivated for this NSS event.
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