Ahmedabad, 14th December 2025:After inspiring cities across India — from Lucknow to Chandigarh, Bhopal, Visakhapatnam, Bengaluru, Guwahati, and Kolkata — the SBI Green Marathon Season 6 arrived in the heart of Gujarat: Ahmedabad. The iconic Sabarmati Riverfront came alive at sunrise, transforming into a vibrant celebration of runners, families, fitness communities, and sustainability champions united by one purpose — to run for the planet.
Set against Ahmedabad’s harmonious blend of heritage and modern urban green spaces, the marathon perfectly reflected the event’s core philosophy: “Run for a Greener India.” The city’s commitment to wellness, community participation, and environmental responsibility made the morning truly special.
Over 6,200+ participants — including seasoned marathoners, students, families, running clubs, and spirited contingents from the Indian Army and Defence Forces — joined together not just to chase personal milestones, but to champion a cleaner, healthier tomorrow.
The marathon was proudly flagged off by esteemed dignitaries from the State Bank of India, Shri Balaji Kumar Singhsamanta – Chief General Manager, Shri Chandra Sekhar V – General Manager Network I, Shri Atul Rathi – General Manager Network II, Shri Anil Kumar Ahirwal – General Manager Network III – SBI, Shri Vikram Jha – DGM & CDO – SBI reaffirming the Bank’s mission to drive sustainability and well-being across the nation.
Staying true to its green-first promise, the SBI Green Marathon ensured an eco-conscious race experience from start to finish:
• Organic T-shirts, plantable BIBs, and reusable cloth goodie bags encouraged participants to adopt low-waste practices.
• Black alkaline water, a unique hydration initiative, supported endurance and post-run recovery.
• Waste Management Partner Skrap facilitated waste segregation, recycling, and responsible disposal — with a detailed sustainability report to follow.
The on-ground atmosphere was electrifying, led by the energetic duo RJ Krutarth & RJ Urvi, whose engaging commentary, fun interactions, and lively motivation kept the crowd spirited from the flag-off to the finish line.
Across the 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon categories, the AIMS-certified routes along the Sabarmati Riverfront offered runners refreshing views, wide pathways, and the signature morning breeze — showcasing Ahmedabad’s beautiful balance of cultural pride, progress, and sustainability.
With every stride, Ahmedabad reaffirmed its commitment to environmental consciousness, holistic well-being, and community-driven action. From the inspiring flag-off to the eco-friendly post-run celebrations, the city marked another proud milestone in the marathon’s 17-city journey.
As the SBI Green Marathon Season 6 moves ahead to its next destination, Ahmedabad stands tall — reminding us that every step, every run, and every heartbeat moves India closer to a greener tomorrow.
