FHRAI–IHM to Host Mini Marathon on ‘Viksit Hospitality for Viksit Bharat’ in Greater Noida on February 1, 2026

The FHRAI Institute of Hospitality Management (FHRAI-IHM), in collaboration with the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Northern India (HRANI) and the National Council for Hotel Management and Catering Technology (NCHMCT), will organise the first edition of the FHRAI–IHM Mini Marathon in Greater Noida on February 1, 2026.

Event Overview
- The FHRAI Institute of Hospitality Management (FHRAI–IHM), in collaboration with HRANI and NCHMCT, will host the first edition of the FHRAI–IHM Mini Marathon in Greater Noida on 1 February 2026.
- Theme: “Viksit Hospitality for Viksit Bharat” — highlighting the hospitality sector’s role in nation-building and inspiring youth to pursue careers in the industry.

Objectives
- Showcase hospitality as a future-ready career pathway.
- Strengthen industry–academia engagement.
- Promote health, community spirit, and skilled talent development.

Key Features
- Opening ceremony with senior government officials and industry leaders.
- Culinary showcase: chefs presenting signature dishes along the route.
- Hospitality pavilion spotlighting emerging trends in tourism, food innovation, and service excellence.
- Participation from celebrity chefs, sportspersons, influencers, plus live music, Zumba, and Bhangra performances.
- Sustainability focus: eco-friendly race kits, reusable hydration stations, food-waste reduction initiatives.

Race Categories
- 10 km chip-timed run
- 5 km chip-timed run/walk
- 3 km chip-timed run/walk
- 3 km student fun run/walk
- Event starts 6:00 AM at FHRAI–IHM, Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida.

Voices
- Surendra Kumar Jaiswal (FHRAI President): Marathon aims to inspire youth to see hospitality as a meaningful profession aligned with India’s development goals.
- Sagnik Chowdhury (NCHMCT): Event offers students an experiential platform beyond classrooms.

This mini marathon is envisioned as an annual flagship initiative, blending fitness, culture, and hospitality to support India’s growth story.