Breast Cancer that is raising its ugly hoods and causing distress to the Eves could be cured if detected early. On Sunday the Pink Ribbon Walk was held in Hyderabad, which will soon follow up in other metros too. The annual event is held across the nation to enlighten the need to come out open on the issue. Most feel that the disease is prevalent, due to ignorance. Hence this walk should raise the awareness on the issue. As usual many celebrities participated in the walk.
Among the elite list of the participants were Blue Cross activist and actor Amala, actor cum Producer Mohan Babu, music composer Keeravani, but the crowd puller was ace Hyderabad cricketer V V S Laxman and the Comm of Police Anurag Sharma.
Worldwide, October is recognized as a month to spread awareness among general public on breast cancer, which according to estimates, claims life of a woman every ten minutes in India.
The event was commenced at the city's prestigious KBR Park. The 2 km stretch was charged up with participants, on Sunday. Nearly 3,000 enthusiasts from all walks of life and eminent personalities took part in the walk for a noble cause.
(With inputs from internet-AW AarKay)
