By Atma Tattva Das,
More than 3,000 people gathered along the Hussain Sagar waterfront in Hyderabad, India, on February 8, 2026, for the Hare Krishna Run, a public fitness initiative organized by theISKCON Abids Templeto promote an addiction-free lifestyle and mindful living. The event took place at Sanjeevaiah Children’s Park along Necklace Road and combined community running, music, and congregational chanting with a broader message about personal wellbeing and social responsibility.
The run was structured as a mass-participation outdoor event open to the public. Organizers offered three participation categories for both competitive runners and casual participants: a 10-kilometer Harinaam Run, a 5-kilometer Bhakti Run, and a 3-kilometer Sankirtan Walk. Participants included students, families, fitness enthusiasts, corporate teams, and members of the local ISKCON congregation.
The initiative was hosted by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON)through its Abids temple in Hyderabad, with logistical support from W3Global India. The partnership expanded outreach beyond the temple community and brought in participants from corporate and civic networks in the city.
The event’s opening ceremony was attended by several government and institutional representatives. The run was formally flagged off by Nikhil Chakravarty, Director of Industries for the Government of Telangana, along with Shirish Kumar G. Chavan, Managing Director of Nizam Sugar Factory and Dean of ESIC Medical College and Hospital. Both speakers emphasized the importance of community-based initiatives that encourage healthier lifestyles and discourage substance abuse.
Read more: https://iskconnews.org/hare-krishna-run-in-hyderabad-draws-thousands-for-public-health-awareness/
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