IFIM Institutions and JAGSoM are proud to announce the 14th edition of Kanyathon, their flagship charity marathon dedicated to educating and empowering girl children. The event, themed “Run for Her,” will take place on March 2nd, 2025, at the Infosys Leisure Ground in Electronic City, Phase 1, Bengaluru.
Kanyathon 2025 marks the 14th edition in Bangalore and 5th edition at Vijaybhoomi University, continuing its tradition of student-led organization and execution. The initiative, which began in 2011, has transformed over 320,000 lives through its commitment to women’s empowerment and education.
“The impact of Kanyathon 2024 has been tremendous,” said Sanjay Padode, Founder of JAGSoM “We sponsored education for daughters from red-light areas in Mumbai and Pune, helped over 300 girls gain essential skills through our Shiksha Kendras, and awarded more than Rs. 15 lakh in scholarships for higher education. Last year’s event also enabled the donation of funds to the Akshaya Patra Foundation, sponsoring midday meals for schoolchildren for a full year, and distributing eco-friendly sanitary napkins to schoolgirls to promote hygiene and health.”
The 2025 edition will feature multiple event categories including a 10k Pro Run, 5k Pro Run, 3k Family Fun Run, 5k Fun Run, 3k Fun Walk, and E-Gaming competitions. Registration fees range from Rs. 650 to Rs. 1,300 depending on the category. Winners of the professional runs stand to win cash prizes of up to Rs. 25,000.
Dhinidhi Desinghu, India’s 14-year-old swimming sensation, will grace the event as Chief Guest, alongside Douglas Smith, Vice President & CIO at The Timken Company, and Sujoy Jana, Regional Business Head, South India, Big Basket, as Guests of Honor.
Key partners for the event include Infosys as the Venue partner, Wipro as the Volunteer Partner, and Biocon as the CSR partner, with Big Basket Now powering the event. Narayana Health, Radio 93.5, Cycle World, Forty-Six Ounces, Yoga Bar, Stuffed of Idli, Sodexo, and Boat are associate partners, with over 15,000 participants expected to attend.
All runners and walkers will receive a T-shirt and medal, and the event will conclude with a Fun Fiesta at the marathon venue.
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