Child Help Foundation Runs for the Girl Child at Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], March 05: Child Help Foundation (CHF), a leading non-profit organization dedicated to child welfare and humanitarian support, participated in the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026 in support of the Government of India’s flagship initiative, “Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao.” Through the powerful platform of sport, CHF ran to reaffirm its commitment to saving, protecting and educating girls, while amplifying a message that continues to demand urgent collective action.

The marathon became a space where purpose met perseverance. CHF runners, volunteers, and supporters took to the track to highlight the persistent challenges girls face, gender inequality, limited access to education, and safety concerns, and to advocate for a future where every girl can grow with dignity, opportunity, and confidence. Every step symbolised solidarity with millions of girls whose rights and voices are still overlooked.

Child Help Foundation actively supports the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao mission through sustained community engagement. One such initiative is the Invisible Girl Project (IGP), implemented in Maharashtra and Haryana, which focuses on spreading awareness and sensitizing communities about the deep-rooted issues faced by women and girls. Through workshops, discussions, and outreach programmes, IGP challenges social norms, addresses discrimination, and encourages families and communities to recognize and uphold girls’ value.

Over the years, Child Help Foundation has supported the education of more than 5,17,336 children across India, enabling them to stay in school, access learning resources, and move closer to a life of dignity and independence. This impact reflects the power of consistent effort and community-driven change, while also reminding us that many girls still await equal opportunities.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Jiji John, Executive Director, Child Help Foundation, said, “Child Help Foundation always stand for equal rights and opportunity for the girls and by running the Tata Mumbai Marathon in support of Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao, we aim to reinforce the belief that empowering girls is a shared responsibility. Through initiatives like the Invisible Girl Project, we work directly with communities to address the challenges girls face and to create safer, more equitable spaces for them to thrive and will keep on working hard for the upliftment of the girl child.”

The event saw enthusiastic participation from CHF volunteers and runners who dedicated their runs to advancing the cause of girls. Supporters and well-wishers stood by the foundation, underscoring that meaningful change is possible when communities unite with purpose.

Child Help Foundation strengthened public awareness around girls’ education, safety, and equality, while reaffirming its commitment to supporting national efforts through grassroots action by participating in TMM 06. The marathon served as a reminder that movements grow stronger when people choose to act, step by step.

Child Help Foundation extends heartfelt gratitude to all runners, volunteers, supporters, and the Tata Mumbai Marathon platform for helping carry this message forward. The foundation remains dedicated to ensuring that every girl is seen, heard, educated, and empowered.

Join Child Help Foundation in supporting the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao mission. 

Website: https://in.childhelpfoundation.in/index.php/Gender_equality

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