Dr. Ravindra Kumeran, founder trustee of Obesity Foundation of India organized the second Obesity Walkathon ‘Shaping India’ on February 26, 2011 at 6:30 am. The guest of honor for this event was MK Kanimozhi, MP., and the chief guest was Suriya. Cricketer L Balajee and actress Pooja was also present at this walkathon that began from the Light House in Chennai.

A press note states: “OFI is an NGO dedicated to helping people suffering from obesity and to provide individuals with the tools needed to take a proactive approach in the fight against obesity.”