Procam International, promoters of the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon, unveiled the Route Map for the event and outlined the medical facilities and other arrangements that will be put in place for the race day on Sunday. Over 34,000 participants are expected to run in the half marathon.
There will be 6 medical stations and 2 base camps on route supervised by 75 doctors, 50 physiotherapists and 100 plus nurses. There will be one base camp at the start and finish of the Half Marathon and the Great Delhi Run, while the second base camp will be at the start/finish of the Senior Citizens’ Run.
To keep all participants sufficiently hydrated there will be 14 water stations along the route, from where around 93,000 litres of water will be distributed. These water stations will also distribute special energy drink and oranges to the participants.
Besides 800 private security guards along with more than 1200 volunteers, 126 bouncers and 32 CC TV Cameras are expected to supplement the security efforts.
“Seven of our ambulances which are fully equipped with state-of-the art life support systems will be stationed at the venue on the day of the marathon,” Tamorish Kole medical director, ADHM said during the route map unveiling event on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, Hugh Jones, race director, ADHM, is happy with the way the popularity of racing has improved in India.
“Over the last years of half marathon we have realised a trend of running finding its way as a recreational sport in the country. With events such as ADHM, more and more people have recognised running as a single most important activity to improve the quality of life,” Jones added.