National Games Goodwill Ambassador Sachin Tendulkar addressesing the participants of Run Kerala Run event.
Run Kerala Run, curtain raiser to the 35th National Games, organised by the Kerala government, witnessed the participation of thousands of supporters and Sachin Tendulakar fans.
Flagged off by Kerala Governor P Sathasivam in the presence of Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, thousands of people from all walks of life including politicians, actors, sportspersons, government employees, corporate representatives joined the event.
Addressing the crowd, National Games Goodwill Ambassador Sachin Tendulkar said, "I am not surprised with this excitement in Kerala. National games this time is going to give a strong message and everyone is going to be part of it."
Mr Tendulkar interacted with his fans and then concluded his visit by taking a selfie with the crowd amidst loud cheering and applause.