8th Global Grace Cancer Run From Gachibowli Stadium
Minister Sridhar Babu said that raising awareness about cancer was a shared social responsibility, as the disease continued to affect millions worldwide.
Hyderabad | 12th October 2025
The 8th edition of the Global Grace Cancer Run, organised by the Grace Cancer Foundation, was held at the Gachibowli Stadium today under the theme "Run for Grace, Screen for Life".
The event was formally inaugurated by IT and Industries Minister Sridhar Babu.
Speaking at the launch, the minister said that raising awareness about cancer was a shared social responsibility, as the disease continued to affect millions worldwide. He also said that the State government was committed to building a Healthy Telangana, and that the government was working with sincerity and determination to ensure accessible and quality healthcare for all.
"Health is the greatest wealth. Every individual must adopt a healthy lifestyle and strive to live a stress-free life," the minister said. He lauded the Grace Cancer Foundation for its sustained efforts in spreading cancer awareness, and urged more voluntary and social organisations to come forward to organise similar public health initiatives.
Assuring the foundation full government support, Babu said that Telangana remained committed to partnering with organisations that promoted preventive healthcare and public awareness.
The event saw enthusiastic participation from ministers Ponnam Prabhakar and Vakiti Srihari, Chief Minister's Advisor Vem Narender Reddy, Sports Authority of Telangana Chairman Shiv Sena Reddy and Founder of the Grace Cancer Foundation Dr Chinababu Sunkavalli.
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