Navi Mumbai, Feb 17: The third edition of ELDERTHON 2026 – “You Move Ahead”, a 3-km walkathon dedicated to senior citizens, was held with great enthusiasm on February 15 at Ichhapurti Ganesh Mandir, Sector 15, Airoli.
The event was jointly organised by Kolhapurkar Rahivasi Vikas Seva Sanstha, Shri Ganesha DRS Foundation and We Before Me, and witnessed large-scale participation from senior citizens across the city.
Promoting active and healthy ageing
The walkathon focused on promoting active living, good health and social engagement among the elderly. Organisers said the disciplined turnout and high energy levels of participants reflected the growing awareness about healthy ageing and community bonding among senior citizens.
Participants honoured and awarded
All participants received T-shirts, caps, medals and refreshments, while winners were awarded attractive prizes in recognition of their performance.
Dignitaries extend support
Though Shivajirao Patil, MLA from Chandgad Assembly Constituency, could not attend due to medical reasons, he conveyed his best wishes and support for the initiative over the phone.
Several dignitaries were present at the event, including Krishna Patil, Deputy Mayor of the Thane Municipal Corporation, Chandrakant Undge, Chief Engineer of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, and Ashok Patil, Corporator from Airoli, along with other public representatives and social workers.
Organisers highlight growing movement
The programme was conducted under the leadership of D. L. Bhadavankar, President of the organising institution, with the support of office-bearers and volunteers. Overall coordination and on-ground management were handled by Saurabh Kedia.
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Addressing the gathering, Bhadavankar thanked the participants and volunteers for their cooperation and said such initiatives would continue in the future to strengthen community participation and encourage healthy, active ageing.
Organisers noted that ELDERTHON has evolved beyond a fitness event into a broader social movement promoting senior citizens’ well-being in Navi Mumbai.
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