Hindustan Zinc Limited (NSE: HINDZINC) is set to launch the inaugural Vedanta Zinc City Half Marathon in Udaipur, Rajasthan, on September 29, 2024. This event, which has been officially certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), will feature a scenic route around Fateh Sagar Lake and through Udaipur’s historic landmarks. The marathon includes various categories: a 21-kilometer half marathon, a 10-kilometer Cool Run, and a 5-kilometer Dream Run.
The marathon, themed #RunForZeroHunger, aligns with the global fight against hunger, coinciding with Nutrition Month (Poshan Maah) in India. Participants will support the cause of providing nutritious meals to those in need, particularly in rural areas where malnutrition remains a significant issue.
Hindustan Zinc’s CEO, Arun Misra, expressed his enthusiasm for the event, emphasizing its role in promoting health, wellness, and community engagement. Udaipur, known as Zinc City due to its rich history in zinc mining, will host the marathon, showcasing the city’s cultural heritage and its contribution to India’s economic growth.
In addition to the Udaipur event, Hindustan Zinc has plans for the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon in October and the Vedanta Pink City Half Marathon in December in Jaipur. Hindustan Zinc Limited, a Vedanta Group company, is the world’s second-largest integrated zinc producer and a key player in the global metals and mining industry.
The company is committed to sustainability and has been recognized as the most sustainable company in the metals and mining category by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2023. Hindustan Zinc’s initiatives include launching Asia’s first low carbon ‘green’ zinc brand, EcoZen, and working towards Net Zero emissions by 2050. The company also plays a significant role in India’s social welfare, impacting the lives of 1.9 million people through various initiatives.
