Sanvordem to Host 3-Km Senior Citizen Walkathon on August 23

Goa Khabar: A special 3-km Walkathon for senior citizens will be organised in Sanvordem on Sunday, August 23, 2026, to mark Senior Citizen Day and promote active and healthy living among the elderly.

The event is being organised by the Sau. Suhasini Arsekar Samarpan Trust in association with the Chaitanya Senior Brigade.

The Walkathon will begin at 6:30 am from Guddemol Junction and conclude at the Saibaba Temple, Ambeudak, covering a distance of approximately three kilometres.

The initiative aims to encourage senior citizens to remain physically active while also creating awareness about fitness, well-being and a healthy lifestyle in later years. Organisers have appealed to senior citizens to participate in large numbers and make the event a celebration of active ageing and community spirit.

Cash Prizes for Winners

Separate categories have been announced for men and women, with cash prizes for the top finishers. Winners will have an opportunity to receive cash rewards of up to ₹5,000.

Through the Walkathon, the organisers intend to bring senior citizens together and spread the message that regular physical activity, social participation and community engagement can contribute towards a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Those seeking further information about the event may contact Sanyog on 7248948364 or Yash on 9067608125.

The organisers have summed up the spirit of the initiative with the message: “Walk together. Stay active. Live better.”