Jaquar Group IPA Neerathon 2024 - A Resounding Success even in adverse weather

New Delhi: The Jaquar Group IPA Neerathon, held on January 4, 2024, at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, witnessed an outstanding participation of 1600+ sports enthusiasts, army personnel, and corporate leaders and first-time runners. The event garnered significant support from the Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS), Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), Rotary Club of Delhi Central- District 3011, Rotary India Water Conservation Trust, and Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

Despite the challenges posed by adverse weather conditions, the running community's unwavering support propelled the Jaquar Group IPA Neerathon 2024 to a remarkable success.

The run commenced with the flag-off by Ms. Debashree Mukherjee, IAS, Secretary, Water Resources, Ministry of Jal Shakti. The ceremony was graced by the esteemed presence of Rajesh Mehra, Jaquar Group Chairman, Ranjan Dhingra, President, Rotary India Water Conservation Trust, Gurmit Singh Arora, IPA National President, Chandra Shekhar Gupta, IPA National Vice President, Mukesh Asija, IPA Delhi Chapter Chair, and various other dignitaries.

With an impressive turnout of over 1600 participants, including runners, athletes, and members of the general public, the event exuded a vibrant atmosphere despite the rain. Renowned figures Mr. Neeraj Badhwar, Senior Journalist, and satirist, and Ms. Ranjeeta Ashesh Sahay, Founder & Poetpreneur of Kshitij, served as inspirational speakers for the participants. 2 skits on water conservation were organized by girl students from Suraj Kanya Shikshalaya and primarystudents from Pragya Foundation.

Jaquar Group IPA Neerathon was supported by industry partners including Astral Pipes, Ashirvad Pipes, Lubrizol, Nugreen, APL Apollo, NeerDrains, KPT Pipes, Prince Pipes, KanTherm, Sloan, Neoperl, Empire Tubewells and Ganpati Enterprises. The event also received backing from Apollo Hospitals, Delhi Heart and Lung Institute, Brooks, Nutty Gritties, Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (DPSRU) and Free Water Movement.

The success of Jaquar Group IPA Neerathon 2024 stands as a testament to the community's spirit and resilience, demonstrating the power of collective efforts in promoting health, wellness, and water conservation. IPA Delhi Chapter members contributed largely to the success of the run.