IHCL Conducts Bharat EkSaath Walkathon Across 14 Countries, 200+ Locations To Drive Social Impact
IHCL champions responsible hospitality through the Bharat EkSaath Walkathon, raising funds for the Taj Public Service Welfare Trust; Delhi-NCR walkathons span multiple IHCL properties.
By SOH Edit Team
IHCL continues to advance its sustainability and social impact agenda through Paathya, its ESG+ framework.
Marking its fourth year, the company reinforced its commitment to responsible tourism through the Bharat EkSaath Walkathon, an inclusive 3 km initiative conducted as part of a larger global movement spanning 14 countries and over 200 locations.
The walkathon brought together associates, their families, partners, vendors and local communities, with funds raised supporting the Taj Public Service Welfare Trust (TPSWT).
Dr. Anmol Ahluwalia, Area Director - Operations and General Manager, Taj Mahal, New Delhi.
Walkathon Highlights
In Delhi-NCR, the initiative was executed across three key locations, each reflecting a strong sense of community and shared purpose. The walkathon commenced at Taj Mahal, New Delhi, with participation from Taj Mahal, New Delhi, The Connaught, New Delhi - IHCL SeleQtions, Ambassador, New Delhi - IHCL SeleQtions, The Claridges New Delhi and Ginger, alongside members of Sheroes – Chhanv Foundation, highlighting resilience and inclusion.
Simultaneously, Taj Palace, New Delhi hosted a diverse group of participants including teams from Taj Palace, Taj Safaris, Soulinaire and The Clarks Hotels and Resorts, as well as defence veterans, elderly residents from the Ashok Sawhney Foundation Old Age Home, neurodivergent children from Muskaan Foundation, children from Sankalp NGO and volunteers from Shakti Shalini. The event also featured a Paathya-led seedball activity conducted by Hara Jeevan, promoting environmental stewardship.
In Gurugram, the walkathon was flagged off at Taj City Centre Gurugram with participation from Taj City Centre Gurugram, Taj Damdama Lake Resort and Spa, Taj Surajkund Resort and Spa, Delhi NCR and Vivanta New Delhi Dwarka, reflecting strong engagement across the region.
Vinod Pandey, Area Director - Operations and General Manager, Taj Damdama Lake Resort and Spa, Gurugram.
Leadership Perspective
Speaking on the initiative Dr. Anmol Ahluwalia, Area Director - Operations and General Manager, Taj Mahal, New Delhi, said “At IHCL, we believe that hospitality extends beyond our hotels and into the communities we serve. Bharat EkSaath reflects this philosophy by supporting the Taj Public Service Welfare Trust and its initiatives.”
Vinod Pandey, Area Director - Operations and General Manager, Taj Damdama Lake Resort and Spa, Gurugram, said, “Bharat EkSaath comes alive through the participation of our associates across locations. It is encouraging to see this collective energy translate into a unified movement, reflecting the culture and spirit that define IHCL.”
Praydhumna Singh Rathore, General Manager, Taj Palace, New Delhi, added, “At Taj Palace, New Delhi, we brought the community together in a way that reflected the true spirit of Bharat EkSaath. Defence veterans walked alongside children, the elderly, and differently-abled young minds, all united by a shared sense of purpose. With partners like Shakti Shalini, Sankalp and Muskaan Foundation by our side, the initiative extended well beyond our teams to engage the wider community, reinforcing our belief that collective action drives lasting social impact.”
Bharat EkSaath Walkathon stands as a strong reflection of IHCL’s enduring belief that hospitality extends well beyond the guest experience. Through Paathya, IHCL continues to inspire environmental responsibility, social inclusion and sustainable growth, reinforcing its position as a purpose-driven organisation committed to creating long-term value for communities.
Praydhumna Singh Rathore, General Manager, Taj Palace, New Delhi.
