Odishatv Bureau

Bhubaneswar: With an aim to create awareness about HIV/AIDS, leading news channel Odisha Television Ltd (OTV) organised a mini-marathon on World Aids Day on Tuesday.

Health minister Atanu Sabyasachi Nayak and Bhubaneswar MP Prasanna Patasani flagged off the mini-marathon at KIIT stadium here. Among others athlete Anuradha Biswal, Ollywood actress Anu choudhury, Bhubaneswar mayor Ananta Narayan Jena also took part in the event.

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The marathon, which was organized to inspire people to run for a healthy and positive life, started from KIIT ground at 6 am and culminated at 7th Battalion parade ground near Nalco square here.

The noble event, which has been drawing thousands of participants in the last couple of years, also witnessed a huge gathering from all walks of life including Ollywood stars, politicians, noted sports persons, social activists, police personnel and students.

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A special programme was held after the marathon at 7th battalion ground which was graced by Governor SC Jamir as a chief guest.

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