Coimbatore police organise marathon to promote drug-free society
Coimbatore police organized a marathon to promote a drug-free society, drawing over 1,000 participants. The event featured a signature campaign and emphasized the theme of new beginnings through healthy lifestyle choices.
Why it matters
Community-led initiatives by law enforcement are often used to address public health and social safety concerns.
Over 1,000 people took part in the Coimbatore District Police Marathon-2026 organised to spread awareness on the need for a drug-free Coimbatore.
The marathon was held on Saturday (August 8) on the Madukkarai–Madhampatty Bypass along the Western Ring Road in Coimbatore. Minister for Prohibition and Excise K. Vignesh flagged off the run.
The event began with Mr. Vignesh launching a signature campaign to spread awareness against drugs. People from different age groups participated in the marathon, which highlighted the slogan, “Let us run for a cause! Let us run for a drug-free Coimbatore.”
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