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Dr. H S Ballal, Pro Chancellor of MAHE, said, "I'm overjoyed to see the anticipation for our impending marathon growing. With each stride, we are building our University family's unity and friendship in addition to our physical conditioning. I urge everyone taking part to embrace the marathon's spirit, relish the experience, and allow it serve as motivation to live better, more active lifestyles".

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