Mysuru, Feb. 8 -- Braving chilly weather, hundreds of Mysureans and enthusiasts from various places, took part in the 'Marathon for Cleanliness,' organised by Mysuru City Corporation (MCC) this morning.

Marathon was held as part of the directive of the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs to organise a Nationwide 'Swachh Marathon' under the theme 'Public Participation in Cleanliness' to create awareness about maintaining cleanliness and keeping Mysuru trash-free.

Renowned sculptor Arun Yogiraj flagged off the 3K Run, 5K Run and 10K Run in front of Kote Anjaneyaswamy Temple at the Palace North Gate.

Renowned Sculptor Arun Yogiraj (fourth from left), who flagged off the 'Marathon for Cleanliness' organised by Mysuru City Corporati...