The air buzzed with excitement at the Cairn Gurgaon office on August 14, 2024, as we launched the 3rd edition of the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon (VDHM) with a vibrant and energising event. The occasion was graced by Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Non-Executive Director of Vedanta Ltd and Chairperson of Hindustan Zinc Ltd, who unveiled this year’s ambitious pledge: to provide 10 million nutritious meals to those in need, including animals. Joining her was Milind Soman, VDHM’s charismatic Brand Ambassador and India’s OG Iron Man, who brought his radiating enthusiasm to inspire the Vedanta family.
The event kicked off with a dynamic flash mob performance by a group of talented young dancers, setting the stage for an atmosphere brimming with energy and anticipation.
As the crowd’s excitement reached a fever pitch, Priya Agarwal Hebbar and Milind Soman, alongside senior Vedanta leaders Arun Misra, Ritu Jhingon, John Slaven, Steve Moore, and Madhu Shrivastava, rallied the team to participate in the marathon and make their steps count. They urged everyone to contribute their miles towards our mission and championed the #RunForZeroHunger cause.
The day’s highlight was the unveiling of the official VDHM Jersey for the 21km half marathon, followed by the launch of the Step Set Go #RunForZeroHunger BU challenge by Steve Moore and John Slaven. Employees eagerly participated in various activities, showing their support for the initiative.
The event concluded with the leaders taking the first steps of the Step Set Go challenge, marked by a spirited mini walkathon around the Cairn premises. The enthusiasm was palpable, with more than 100 employees from across Cairn sites joining in, collectively moving us closer to our goal of providing 10 million meals, one step at a time.
Following the event, our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) teams extended the marathon spirit into our communities. On National Sports Day, the Cairn Enterprise Center (CEC) organised a Sports Day filled with physical, mental, and strategic games, fostering team-building and wellness. The day underscored the importance of integrating sports into our daily lives for better health.
The camaraderie and excitement were evident, furthering our mission of contributing to the #RunForZeroHunger initiative.
