While the Mumbai Marathon this year witnessed nearly 4,000 people who needed medical assistance, a new concept of ‘spotters’ ensured the injured and ill participants were attended to. In earlier editions of the race, the runners had to be noticed by police, bystanders, or volunteers; this time, however, a team of 20 doctors was stationed precisely for this purpose.

The team of spotters ensured those who suffered complications or sustained injuries received immediate medical treatment. Pic/Atul Kamble