The cement and building material companies of the Adani Group, Ambuja Cements and ACC, have partnered with the 8th edition of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon.
Ambuja Cements and ACC have been named the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon’s principal sponsors. The forthcoming marathon is scheduled to take place on November 24, 2024. The upcoming race will commence and conclude at the Sabarmati Riverfront. The Sabarmati Riverfront Sports will conduct the Bib Expo for the participants. The full marathon (42.195 km), the half marathon (21.097 km), the 10 km run, and the 5 km run are the four categories for the race.
The marathon began in 2017 in Shantigram and its track consists of locations such as the Atal Bridge, Gandhi Ashram, and Ellis Bridge. The previous edition of the marathon witnessed over 22,000 participants.
Mr. Ajay Kapur, CEO – Cement Business, Adani Group, said, “We are pleased to announce our association with the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon. This collaboration reflects our shared values of resilience, sustainability, and community empowerment. Just as our innovative construction solutions aim to build a stronger, more sustainable India, the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon inspires individuals to push their limits and cultivate a healthier, more united nation. Sports play a pivotal role in nation-building by promoting teamwork, dedication, and a spirit of perseverance. Together, we are going beyond constructing buildings and contributing to the foundation of a robust and vibrant society.”
The 2021 edition of the Adani Group-led marathon was the first physical event organized post-COVID abiding by the social distancing rules. The Ahmedabad Marathon attained a spot in the Global Marathon Event List – AIMS World Running’ in 2022. Last year, over 22,500 runners participated in the #Run4OurSoldiers event.