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"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also participation from citizens and NGOs in the open c
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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

"Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009" was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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Thanks Wais.

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Looks like great fun, brilliant shots of the winners as well. This must go on the South Asia front page :-)

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'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.
'Sunfeast World 10K Bangalore Marathon 2009' was held in Bangalore city on 31st May 2009. Apart from the Men's and Women's categories, the event also saw participation from citizens and NGOs in the open categories. The event resembled a carnival with people running with bright colored costumes and makeup. Lot of youngsters ran with along with various NGOs to generate funds for them through this event. Sprinter Maurice Green and Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone were some of the celebrity guests during the event.

Among the winners the top honors were taken by Ethiopian athletes. Ethiopia’s Deriba Merga won the men's event while his compatriot Azelefech Mergia won the women's event.

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