World Heart Day is a pivotal annual event which aims at raising cognizance and

consciousness of heart illness and the range of cardiovascular diseases. It is observed on September 29 annually around the globe. The day is celebrated by organizing various activities and awareness events globally.

A healthy heart is a gift for life. With the changing lifestyle, people are at an increased risk for developing numerous diseases related to the heart. Keeping in view the genuine significance and purpose of this day, a Walkathon was organized by NHMMI- Narayana Superspeciality Hospital on 24 September, 2023 at Shankar Nagar. The students and staff of St. Vincent Pallotti College participated enthusiastically in it. They are an active and strenuous member of this event since 9 years.

The main objective to organize this rally every year is to unfurl and spread awareness among people about heart ailments and how to keep it fit. Speaking on this occasion the Principal expressed his pretentious thoughts to enlighten the students and staff. Expressing his wisdom he said that Brisk Walk is one of the best exercises to keep oneself away from these life threatening diseases. He advised everyone to inculcate the habit of regular exercise in their routine work. He expressed his heart felt gratitude to the organizing team and their members to come forward for this noble cause and to bring awareness among the people. All the participants were felicitated with the Certificates by NHMMI- Narayana Superspeciality Hospital.