Hyd Runners hosts its 13th Annual Awards Night Exceptional runners were felicitated, inspiring journeys were shared

Sarvanan Annamali earned recognition for his exceptional consistency and endurance, completing 197 half marathons and 28 full marathons—covering over 20,000 kilometres in just seven years.
Hyderabad, April 12, 2026: Hyderabad Runners hosted its 13th Annual Awards Night at Daspalla, Jubilee Hills bringing together members of the running community, fitness enthusiasts to celebrate a year of remarkable achievements and shared passion for running.
The evening was a tribute to perseverance, community engagement, and athletic excellence. Exceptional runners were felicitated, inspiring journeys were shared, and the organization’s continued commitment to promoting a culture of fitness and well-being was highlighted.
Reminiscing about the year gone by, Arun Kumar Kaliappan, President of Hyderabad Runners, reflected on the impact of the Hyderabad Runners Project Champion initiative. Aimed at promoting physical literacy across 14 government schools, the program has already yielded significant results, with 10 students progressing to the Khelo India level. He emphasized that this marks the beginning of tapping into a vast pool of untapped talent, with sustained efforts planned to nurture promising athletes at the grassroots level.
Reaffirming the organization’s broader vision, he shared that Hyderabad Runners will continue to strengthen its advocacy initiatives to encourage and support a fitter and healthier Hyderabad.
Addressing the gathering, he also highlighted Hyderabad Runners’ focused efforts in structured training programs, including Mindful Running, an approach that encourages runners to be fully present and attentive, treating running as “meditation in motion” rather than just a physical activity.
Looking ahead, he announced that the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2027, a flagship event of Hyderabad Runners, is expected to witness participation from over 35,000 runners from across India, further cementing its stature as one of the country’s premier running events.
Among the many recognitions presented to the Hyderabad Runners fraternity at the 13th Annual Awards Night, a few stood out for their extraordinary inspiration: At sixty years of age, Jagadeeswari Garikapati emerged as a powerful testament to the idea that age, humility, and even traditional attire like a saree are no barriers to leading an active lifestyle. With achievements including a six-hour non-stop stadium run, one full marathon, nine half marathons, a 25 km run, and twelve podium finishes, she was honoured with a special recognition from the jury.
Sarvanan Annamali was recognised for his remarkable consistency and endurance having completed 197 half marathons and 28 full marathons, covering over 20,000 kilometres in just seven years, and maintaining an extraordinary streak of 2,140 consecutive days of disciplined running.
Reethesh Kumar Meena received special recognition for his inspiring effort in guiding a visually impaired runner to successfully complete a 25 km Pinkathon run, exemplifying the true spirit of inclusivity and support within the running community.
The 13th Annual Awards Night stood as a testament to Hyderabad Runners’ enduring mission to build a vibrant, inclusive, and health-conscious community through the power of running.
The evening concluded with a networking dinner, bringing together athletes, supporters, and stakeholders in celebration of a shared journey towards fitness.