On October 12, 2025, MOHAN Foundation (MF) took part in the 20th edition of the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon (VDHM) at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi. The marathon, with Lakshyaa as the official philanthropy partner, in collaboration with Procam International, brought together participants from diverse backgrounds for health, fitness, and social causes.

The Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon is recognized as one of the world’s premier half marathons, holding the prestigious World Athletics Gold Label. Since 2005, Delhi has embraced the spirit of this marathon, attracting elite athletes and enthusiasts alike. Over the last 19 editions, the event has served as a platform for numerous NGOs to raise significant funds, while making an impact on both the sports community and social causes.

This year’s philanthropy drive at VDHM revolved around the inspiring theme “Breaking Barriers.” The 2025 edition witnessed the participation of 68 NGOs, over 50 individual fundraisers, several corporates, and thousands of donors who came together to support a wide range of causes.

The marathon included several race categories:

• Half Marathon (HM)

• Open 10K

• Great Delhi Run (GDR)

• Senior Citizen’s Run

• Champions with Disability

Two individual runners supported MOHAN Foundation’s initiative, Anudaan: Making Transplants Affordable, which helps underprivileged patients undergo life-saving organ transplants. These runners not only participated in the marathon but also raised funds for the cause:

1. Dr. Anurag Gupta – A renowned neurosurgeon and spine surgeon, Ironman, triathlete, and marathoner, Dr. Gupta is deeply passionate about health and fitness. He made this year’s run extraordinary by supporting the life-saving cause of Anudaan and secured the third-highest position among fundraisers.

2. Surgeon Captain (Dr) Malvinder Singh Sahi - An ex-serviceman and anaesthesiologist at a Delhi corporate hospital, Dr. Sahi has a strong interest in critical care, palliative care, and interventional pain management, having trained at the World Institute of Pain, Texas. He participated in the Vedanta Delhi Senior Citizens’ Marathon, dedicating his run to a child fighting for a second chance at life.

Additionally, Ms. Pallavi Kumar, Executive Director, MOHAN Foundation (NCR), also raised funds for Anudaan and emerged as the fourth-highest fundraiser at the event.