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Telangana Minister Leads Global Oral Cancer Awareness Marathon in Hyderabad

Telangana Minister D. Sridhar Babu flagged off the Global Oral Cancer Awareness Marathon in Hyderabad, emphasizing the government's commitment to a healthier state. He warned against the dangers of gutka, pan masala, drugs, and khaini, urging youth to adopt healthy habits like yoga. The Minister stressed the need for awareness campaigns to combat rising deaths from unhealthy habits and tobacco-related diseases. Cyberabad Police Commissioner M. Ramesh and Global Oral Cancer Trust Chairman Dr K. Dileep Kumar also participated in the event.

Key Points: Telangana Minister: Building a Healthier State

  • Minister flags off 10K run for oral cancer awareness
  • Warns against gutka, pan masala, drugs, and khaini
  • Urges youth to avoid harmful addictions
  • Emphasizes preventive healthcare and early detection
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Committed to building a healthier Telangana: Minister Sridhar Babu

Telangana Minister Sridhar Babu flags off Global Oral Cancer Marathon, warns against gutka and drugs, urges youth to adopt healthy habits for a healthier society.

"Everyone must contribute towards building a healthy society and encouraged the youth to adopt good habits such as yoga and regular exercise. - D. Sridhar Babu"

Hyderabad, April 26

Telangana Industries and Information Technology Minister D. Sridhar Babu on Sunday said the state government is committed to building a healthier Telangana by strengthening public healthcare services, improving government hospitals, and promoting preventive healthcare and awareness across all sections of society.

The Minister, who flagged off the Global Oral Cancer Awareness Marathon organised by the Global Oral Cancer Trust in Hyderabad, warned that the use of gutka, pan masala, drugs and khaini poses serious health risks and can be life-threatening.

Sridhar Babu said the state government is taking strict measures to curb the consumption and illegal sale of narcotic substances.

He urged the youth to stay away from such harmful addictions and work towards a brighter future.

The Minister flagged off a 10K run at Sattva Knowledge Park in Raidurgam on Sunday.

He emphasised that everyone must contribute towards building a healthy society and encouraged the youth to adopt good habits such as yoga and regular exercise.

Expressing concern over the rising number of deaths due to unhealthy habits, he stressed the urgent need to increase awareness in society.

Sridhar Babu called for wider awareness campaigns against harmful habits like gutka consumption. He cautioned that tobacco use is leading to an increase in serious diseases such as cancer and urged people to stay away from it.

He said initiatives like the Oral Cancer Awareness Marathon play an important role in spreading awareness on prevention, early detection and healthy living.

Cyberabad Police Commissioner M. Ramesh flagged off the 5K run. Chairman of the Global Oral Cancer Trust, Dr K. Dileep Kumar, said the marathon was organised to raise awareness about oral cancer. He highlighted that early detection makes treatment possible and advised people to undergo regular health check-ups.

IT professionals, doctors, prominent personalities and youth from various software companies in the city, along with participants from Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, took part in the marathon.

- IANS

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Kavya N
I appreciate the focus on preventive healthcare and yoga. But we also need better-equipped government hospitals, especially in remote areas of Telangana. Talk is cheap, action matters. Let's see the budget allocation for public health.
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Vikram M
Good to see awareness marathons gaining momentum in Hyderabad. Oral cancer is a silent killer in our state because of gutka culture. Early detection can save lives. Kudos to all participants from Maharashtra, Karnataka and AP! 🇮🇳
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Sneha F
Honest question: Is the government also going to crack down on tobacco shops near schools and colleges? Just flagging off a run won't solve the problem. We need sustained campaigns and stricter enforcement.
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Rahul R
Finally some focus on oral health. My uncle died of oral cancer because he chewed khaini for 20 years. Awareness like this marathon can save many families from suffering. Thanks to Dr. Dileep Kumar and the team. 🙏
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Priya S
Yoga and exercise are great, but the minister should also address the root cause: poverty and lack of education. Many youth turn to gutka due to peer pressure or stress. Need holistic approach - jobs, mental health support, and awareness.
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Siddharth J

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