
Walkathon held to raise awareness on eye care
The Hindu
RADAR Walkathon at Elliot's Beach raises awareness for free eye screening program by Radhatri Nethralaya and Rotary Club.
A walkathon, organised by Radhatri Nethralaya, in association with Rotary Club of Chennai Port City, was held at Elliot’s Beach on Sunday. The 17th edition of the RADAR Walkathon marked the month-long free eye screening programme being organised for the economically weaker sections of society. Carnatic vocalist Nithyasree Mahadevan and Retired IPS Archana Mishra Ramasundaram flagged off the walkathon, which was held to create awareness about eye health. Ms. Mahadevan appreciated Dr. Praveen Krishna and Dr. Vasumathi Vedantham of Radhatri Nethralaya for providing free eye care to the underprivileged sections. Over 300 people participated in the walkathon.

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