Greater Atlanta Telangana Society 5K Walk & Run Promotes Health at Chattahoochee Pointe Park in Suwanee, Georgia

In a powerful show of community spirit and support for health and wellness, GATeS and Care Bridge came together to organize a 5K Walk & Run for Charity at Chattahoochee Point Park in Suwanee, Georgia. The event drew enthusiastic participation from across the Atlanta area and was hailed as a grand success, combining fitness, health education, and charitable giving into one inspiring morning.

The day began with an energetic warm-up session led by Shireesha Mantri, setting a positive tone for the event. Participants of all ages joined in, emphasizing the growing focus on community-wide health and well-being. Following the warm-up, the 5K walk and run commenced, with participants enjoying the scenic route along the Chattahoochee River.

Families, children, and seniors alike joined in, showcasing the event’s inclusive and supportive spirit. As part of the event’s commitment to holistic health, a post-race medical education session featured prominent speakers from the medical community.

• Dr. Sreeni Gangasani, Cardiologist, Cardiovascular Group, spoke on heart disease prevention.
• Dr. Vijaya Gunna, Endocrinologist, Endocrinology and Diabetes of Georgia, shared insights on diabetes prevention.
• Shobha Swamy, Certified Food for Life Instructor with Annapoorna Holistic Nutrition, offered practical tips on healthy dietary modifications, particularly for the South Asian community.

Medical students from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) Georgia Hearts also participated, emphasizing the event’s educational focus and youth engagement. Winners of the race were recognized in an awards ceremony that followed.

Women’s Category Winners

Jaya Lakshmi Viswanathan
Vinzy Thulasi
Sandya Beerakayala

Men’s Category Winners

Vipin Surenden
Vijay Nenmeni
Sridhar Diagala

Kid’s Category Winners

Haricharan Vekantasan
Ameya Beerakayala
Srihan Bongla

Special thanks were extended to Dr. Sreeni Gangasani, Dr. Vijaya Gunna, Shobha Swamy, as well as Suma Gangasani, Pranavi Edupuganti, Madhavi Gangasani, Nanda Chatla, Naveen Battini, Naveen Vujjini and the GATeS executive committee and board of directors, and all the morning volunteers, for their exceptional planning and execution.

Additional appreciation goes to key team members and supporters for their contributions toward making the event a smooth and memorable success. The Atlanta community showed strong appreciation for the event’s emphasis on wellness, education, and unity. A healthy breakfast station added a delicious and nutritious end to the event, reinforcing the importance of healthy lifestyle choices.

Many attendees expressed joy at seeing children actively participating in the morning’s activities, making it a truly family-friendly occasion. The success of the 2025 GATeS 5K Walk & Run underscores the growing commitment of local residents to prioritize preventive health, community spirit, and active lifestyles.