Nephrocare India celebrated its 4th anniversary in a meaningful and energetic way by organizing a large-scale Walkathon titled “A Walk for Your Kidney” on Sunday morning at Salt Lake, Kolkata. The initiative highlighted the importance of regular physical activity—especially brisk walking—for maintaining healthy kidneys and preventing lifestyle-related diseases.

The Walkathon, which began at 7:00 a.m. from the Nephrocare India Ltd campus beside AMRI Hospital, Salt Lake, witnessed enthusiastic participation from around 1,000 people. The event gained further momentum with the presence of eminent personalities from sports, entertainment, administration, and healthcare, who walked alongside participants to spread awareness about better kidney care.

Prominent attendees included Mr. Leander Paes, legendary Indian Tennis Player; Ms. Priyanka Sarkar, Actress; Ms. Piyali Basak, Mountaineer; Mr. Aneesh Sarkar, DCP Bidhannagar; Dr. Pratim Sengupta, Founder & Director of Nephrocare India; and Mr. Ashish Mittal, Director of Golden Tulip Hotel, along with many other distinguished guests.

Following the Walkathon, a Press Conference and Breakfast Meet was held at Hotel Golden Tulip, Salt Lake, starting at 8:30 a.m., where speakers shared insights on preventive healthcare and the growing need for lifestyle awareness.

Addressing the media, renowned Nephrologist Dr. Pratim Sengupta emphasized the philosophy behind the initiative. He said that the fourth year of this program reflects Nephrocare India’s commitment to promoting health rather than focusing only on treating illness. According to him, simple habits like daily walking can significantly help prevent non-communicable diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart ailments, and kidney disorders.

“As a doctor, I strongly believe healthcare should focus on prevention. Walking is the easiest and most effective form of physical activity. It keeps the heart healthy, supports kidney function, and improves both physical and emotional well-being,” Dr. Sengupta stated. He also praised the participation of over a thousand people and the involvement of iconic personalities like Leander Paes, calling the collective effort truly commendable.

Dr. Sengupta further added that this Walkathon is not a one-day activity but part of Nephrocare India’s ongoing mission to encourage people to adopt healthy habits in their daily lives.

The event successfully combined fitness, awareness, and community participation, reinforcing the message that small daily steps—like walking—can lead to big health benefits, especially for kidney care.