India, Nov. 19 -- Nearly 250 cyclists participated in a cyclothon held in South Delhi to raise awareness on breast cancer and the importance of early detection, according to a statement.

The event titled "Gulabi Udaan - a Cyclothon in Pink" was organised on Sunday by Rotary International in association with the Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute & Research Centre (RGCIRC), Niti Bagh, with the aim of encouraging regular self-examination and timely health checks.

Awareness initiatives are extremely essential, said Dr Gauri Kapoor, Medical Director at RGCIRC.

"Breast cancer awareness is vital in today's world and events like Gulabi Udaan are critical in spreading the message of early detection and prevention. We are proud to support this initiat...