Hyderabad, Feb 22 (TNT): More than 4,200 runners participated in the second edition of the Mindspace EcoRun 2.0, a sustainability-themed marathon held at Mindspace Madhapur here on Sunday.
The event organised by Mindspace Business Parks REIT in association with Radio Mirchi, featured 5 km, 10 km and 21 km race categories, drawing participation from seasoned runners, first-timers, families and corporate teams across the city.
Celebrities including Divi Vadthya, Harsh Roshan and Sridevi Apalla attended the event and flagged off the run, while Radio Mirchi RJs engaged participants throughout the programme.
The organisers said the event was designed as a planet-friendly experience, incorporating eco-conscious initiatives such as plantable bibs, organic jerseys, refillable hydration stations and biodegradable cutlery to minimise single-use waste .
Ahead of the marathon, an EcoRun Expo was held on February 20 and 21, featuring a Sustainability Flea Market in partnership with NGO Nirmaan, aimed at promoting eco-friendly products and supporting livelihood opportunities for specially-abled individuals and women from underprivileged communities.
Shrawan Kumar Gone, COO – K Raheja Corp (AP & Telangana), said the initiative reflects the company’s commitment to integrating sustainability into community engagement platforms .
The organisers added that waste collected during the event would be upcycled into functional chairs and donated to schoolchildren associated with NGO partners.
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