The walkathon drew participants from various races, nationalities and age groups in a colourful showcase of unity and tradition.
PETALING JAYA: More than 350 participants gathered in Penang for the inaugural Mother’s Day Saree Walkathon, an event celebrating motherhood, Indian cultural heritage and women empowerment.
Organised by Nutri Heart Global Solutions in collaboration with the Indian Association Penang, the walkathon drew participants from various races, nationalities and age groups in a colourful showcase of unity and tradition.
The event marked the first time the initiative was held in Penang following the success of the Women’s Day Saree Walkathon previously organised in Kuala Lumpur over the past two years.
Participants walked in sarees of different colours and styles, symbolising the grace, resilience and strength of women across generations while also promoting awareness on women’s health and wellness.
The programme also highlighted the close bond between mothers and daughters, with participants ranging from young mothers to senior citizens. The oldest participant at the event was about 78 years old.
According to the organisers, the walkathon aimed to preserve and promote Indian culture and traditions while encouraging inclusivity and multicultural unity in Malaysia.
The Penang edition continued the momentum created by the earlier Kuala Lumpur saree walkathon, which was organised together with the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Indian Cultural Centre and has since evolved into a broader movement promoting culture, wellness and women empowerment.
Distinguished guests, community leaders and cultural representatives were also present at the event, which featured cultural performances, interactive activities and community engagement sessions.
Founder and director of Nutri Heart Global Solutions, Roopali Tegginmani said the strong response reflected the growing appreciation for initiatives that celebrate cultural heritage while bringing communities together.
She added that the success of the walkathon demonstrated how cultural programmes can serve as a platform to promote wellness, inclusivity and women empowerment in multicultural Malaysia.
