Ahmedabad 15th December 2024: The Shilp Aarambh GIFT City Run 3.0: A Run Towards a Drug-Free Future – organised by Shilp Group and Snehshilp Foundation, concluded on a high note at GIFT City, Gandhinagar, on Sunday.
The event saw overwhelming participation, with over 24,000 runners from across the country joining hands to promote a healthier, drug-free India, underscoring the growing public commitment to fitness and social responsibility. Bollywood actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood, the Brand Ambassador for this year’s run, motivated the participants to embrace the event’s mission.
Mrs. Snehal Brahmbhatt, Founder of Snehshilp Foundation, highlighted the importance of empowering youth to build a better future.
She said, “Today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders. By promoting fitness and discipline, we can safeguard their future from the perils of drug addiction. As our Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji says – ‘Yahi Samay Hai, Sahi Samay Hai!’ (This is the time, this is the right time). Let us all act now for a brighter, healthier tomorrow.”
Aligned with the Fit India Movement and Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, the run was a resounding success in its mission to promote awareness about the importance of an addiction-free life. The event received support from the Physical Education Foundation of India (PEFI), emphasising the transformative role of physical fitness in combating societal challenges.
Participants ran through the clean and lush green carefully planned route of GIFT City, offering an exceptional environment for fitness enthusiasts of all ages. Each participant received an AIMS Certificate in recognition of their contribution to this meaningful cause.
The Shilp Aarambh GIFT City Run has grown from being a local event to a nationwide movement for resilience, health and unity. The organisers expressed gratitude to every participant and supporter who made this edition a grand success. Together, the initiative takes one more step toward creating a drug-free future for the nation.
