The Mumbai Juniorthon is the first ever annual running event for children and junior athletes in Mumbai. This initiative which is in its 3rd year is one of the most awaited marathon run as it addresses the need of children running towards a healthier future and encouraging outdoor activities and physical fitness amongst children.
Celebrities like Vidya Balan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Sonu Sood, Vivek Oberoi, Zoya Akthar and Ayushmann Khurrana among others have been supporters of this run.
This year, On 10th December, Guest of Honor at the run were Dipannita Sharma, Claudia Ciesle along with Tappu Sena from SAB TV’s famous show ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashma’, who flagged off a few races.
Mumbai Juniorthon is organised by Party Sharty Entertainment Pvt Ltd. every year, under the guidance of Bhavna Mehta and Amit Mehta.
“We appeal to every parent, teacher & coach to inculcate, support and exercise their Right To Sports for Children”, said Bhavna Mehta. “The Mumbai Juniorthon seeks to promote that getting dirty is healthier than playing with gadgets which makes children more vulnerable to Vitamin D deficiency, depression and chronic weight-related diseases.”
TATA Motors has been associated with Mumbai Juniorthon as their official ‘Safety Travel Partner’, SMILE foundation as NGO partners among others big names.
Portion of earnings from Mumbai Juniorthon is donated to SMILE foundation for the welfare of underprivileged children.
