The event, which incoporated a 5-kilometre distance that participants of all ages and abilities could choose to complete via walking, running or cycling, began at Saphan Hin before passing through Phuket Old Town and returning to the finish line at the park.
The annual occasion is part of a nationwide campaign to promote public health and reduce the threat of stroke, which is a leading cause of illness and death among Thais and something Phuket Province prioritises in its ongoing health prevention and promotion campaign.
This event is part of a nationwide campaign to promote public health and reduce the burden of stroke, a leading cause of illness and death among Thais. Phuket Province prioritizes continuous health prevention and promotion.
Phuket Governor Saransak Srikruanetra oversaw the opening ceremony where he used his official speech to extend deepest condolences on the recent passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother.
Joining Governor Saransak was his wife Ruedeewan Srikruenet, who serves as the President of the Phuket Red Cross and President of the Interior Ministry Housewives Association.
Following his opening remarks, Governor Saransak then led all participants in a brief warm-up and stretching session ahead of the main event before participants took off from the start line.