ASFASM to Host 'Run for Drug-Free Campus 2024' in Coimbatore

The Association of Self-Financing Arts, Science & Management Colleges of Tamil Nadu (ASFASM) is organizing a 5 km run on August 31, 2024, at Race Course, Coimbatore, to promote a drug-free environment in educational institutions.


Coimbatore: The Association of Self-Financing Arts, Science & Management Colleges of Tamil Nadu (ASFASM) has announced the "Run for Drug-Free Campus 2024" event, scheduled for August 31, 2024, at the Race Course in Coimbatore. This initiative aims to promote a drug-free environment across educational institutions and raise awareness among the student community.

The 5 km run, open to participants of all age groups, will commence at 6:30 AM. ASFASM encourages students from various colleges to participate in this event, which not only promotes physical fitness but also emphasizes the importance of leading a drug-free life.

Participants can register for the event by paying a fee of ₹250. The organizers have announced attractive cash prizes for the top three finishers: ₹10,000 for the first place, ₹7,500 for the second place, and ₹2,500 for the third place. Additionally, medals will be awarded to the top 50 participants.

The event offers several benefits to all participants, including e-certificates, t-shirts, and breakfast. ASFASM has requested educational institutions to encourage their students to actively participate in this awareness run.

Interested participants can fill out the registration form and submit it along with the registration fee on or before August 28, 2024. For more information about the event, interested individuals can contact the organizers at +91 87546 31586.

This initiative by ASFASM is expected to draw attention to the critical issue of drug abuse in educational institutions and promote a healthier lifestyle among students in Coimbatore and surrounding areas.

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