The TAT TVAM ASI and JABHOOMI Charitable Trust ‘Kakkada 18 (Padinett) Marathon’ was flagged off today from Ponnampet Junior College at 7:45 A.M.
Present on the occasion were – Chief Guest Dr. M.R. Aiyappa, Ulluvangada Lohith Bheemaiah, President of Tatvamasi Charitable Trust, and Chottekmada Rajiv Bopaiah, President of Jabhoomi Charitable Trust. The event was also supported by Anjikerinaad and MAAK.
The marathon featured four categories – 1 km, 3 km, 5 km, and 10 km, starting from Ponnampet Junior College and concluding at Sharada School, Bekkesodlur. A total of approximately 500 runners participated in the event.
This fundraising marathon aims to support the social service initiatives of the two trusts, which focus on providing monthly provisions, healthcare benefits, educational assistance, and emergency support to underprivileged families.
Heartfelt appreciation to the organisers and visionaries behind the fund raising marathon. Your initiative is not just about running- it is about purpose, compassion and community spirit. By bringing people together for a noble cause, you have turned every step into an act of kindness.
Thank you for leading the way and reminding us that when we move with purpose we move as one.
I enjoyed running 10 km. At this age completing 10 kilometres was my goal and it was a success. Colonel Cheppudira Muthanna also participated which was encouraging for many of us. There were several other seniors participating. There was a girl Thanya from sharada high school running on barefoot 10km. One more boy (tribal) was running in sandals. on the way local persons were encouraging the runners. Some people distributed fruits and drinks. Well organised event. Thanks, Jammada Ayanna for this coverage. Also for the organisers for giving me a chance.
Great initiative – more such weekend, local level rural programmes are a wonderful concept. Hats off especially to Jabhoomi who do yeoman service at the grassroots level!
What I like about it most is that it does not disrupt work, encourages physical endurance and brings local communities together for a good cause!!
Kakkada 18 Nallame to all 🙏🏼