GUWAHATI:
IIT Guwahati’s annual techno-management fest, organised by the IIT Guwahati Techniche will be conducted on April 9 as a prelude to the annual fest.
This year, the theme of the Guwahati half marathon will be Run for Zero Hunger and raise awareness for zero hunger. The half marathon will start at 5:15 am from Gandhi Basti in the Nehru Stadium on April 9, while the 6km run will start at 6 am.
With the theme run for zero hunger in its essence, the Guwahati half marathon tries to raise awareness to combat hunger and malnutrition in the region. The theme is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2, which aims to end hunger, achieve food security, and improve nutrition worldwide. The event will also provide a platform for participants to support the cause and make a positive impact in their communities.
Post the Guwahati half marathon, Team Techniche will conduct a nutrition drive in which one person in need will be fed for every runner participating.
“We at ASICS are delighted to associate with the Guwahati half marathon as it reflects our passion for promoting sports and a healthy lifestyle. We strongly believe in the power of movement to uplift both body and mind and opening our first-ever exclusive store in the city is the first stepping stone towards building a stronger relationship with the people of Guwahati who are always known to be sports and fashion enthusiasts.” Said Rajat Khurana, managing director, ASICS India and South Asia, Title Sponsor of GHM 2023.
“Techniche has always been a platform for innovation, and the Guwahati Half Marathon is no exception. This event is a celebration of fitness, perseverance, and human potential, and is a testament to the spirit of Techniche. By incorporating the theme of run for zero hunger, the event takes on a social dimension, encouraging participants to not only push their physical limits but also raise awareness about the issue of hunger in our society,” Khurana said.
“We are confident it will inspire more people to take up running and contribute to the cause of zero hunger. We believe that technology and management have the power to positively impact society, and through this event, we are taking a step toward that vision. We look forward to hosting participants from all over India to Guwahati and Techniche.” said Parth Rathod, Convener, Techniche,” he added.