The 10th Cancer Awareness Cycle Rally, organized by Annapurna Media Network in collaboration with Nepal Cancer Care Foundation, was successfully held on Saturday. The rally, inaugurated at Annapurna Corporate Tower, Tinkune, was flagged off by Minister for Health and Population Pradeep Paudel and Capt Rameshwar Thapa, Chairperson of Annapurna Media Network. The event saw an overwhelming response, with 5,000 registered participants cycling a total distance of 22 kilometers to raise awareness about cancer prevention.

Addressing the opening ceremony, Minister Paudel emphasized the need for public awareness to prevent cancer and reduce the increasing number of patients. “The growing number of cancer cases in Nepal demands urgent attention. We need to work towards a future where cancer does not become a threat to Nepali lives,” he said. He also stressed the importance of preventive measures over curative treatments, noting that the government is working with the Ministry of Education to make health education mandatory in schools.

Highlighting the seriousness of cancer in Nepal, he revealed that 14,000 people died from cancer last year. “This is not a small number. Cancer is becoming a major public health challenge, and the government must prioritize investments in advanced treatment facilities,” he added.

Capt Thapa reiterated the organization's commitment to promoting public health through awareness campaigns. “For a healthy nation, a healthy population is crucial. Through our decade-long collaboration with Nepal Cancer Care Foundation, we have continuously worked to educate and inform the public about cancer prevention,” he said. He also praised the foundation’s efforts in saving thousands of lives, particularly young girls, from cancer.

The Cancer Awareness Cycle Rally has been organized annually for the past 10 years under the theme ‘Ride for Life’. It remains a key initiative in the fight against cancer, encouraging a healthier lifestyle and raising awareness about early detection and prevention.