RUN TO SAVE LIVES

RUN TO SAVE LIVES

A World Cancer Day Awareness Run

📌 Event Overview

Run to Save Lives in association with Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) & Gautam Buddha University (GBU) is a flagship cancer awareness run organized on the occasion of World Cancer Day, aimed at uniting communities for a powerful cause — cancer prevention, early detection, and patient rehabilitation.

This professionally managed run brings together students, healthcare professionals, corporates, runners, and citizens to take collective action against cancer while promoting fitness, responsibility, and compassion.

📍 Event Details

• Date: Sunday, 1st February 2026
• Reporting Time: 5:30 AM
• Flag-off: 6:00 AM onwards
• Venue: Gautam Buddha University Track, Greater Noida 201310
• Organized By: Astitva Foundation
• In Association With: Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS) & Gautam Buddha University (GBU)

🎯 Purpose & Vision

Cancer continues to impact millions of lives across India. Through this run, we aim to:

• Raise awareness about cancer prevention, screening, and early diagnosis
• Encourage healthy lifestyles and physical activity
• Mobilize youth and corporates towards social responsibility
• Support cancer patients and survivors through rehabilitation initiatives

This is more than a run — it is a movement for awareness, dignity, and hope.

🛣️ Run Categories

Participants may choose from the following distances:

• 3 KM – Fun Run (Open to all age groups)
• 5 KM – Fitness Run
• 10 KM – Timed Competitive Run
• 16 KM – Endurance Run

Each category is professionally routed and supported to ensure safety and a smooth running experience.

👥 Who Can Participate

• Students & youth groups
• Corporate professionals & CSR teams
• Fitness enthusiasts & runners’ clubs
• Medical professionals
• Citizens passionate about social causes

Expected Participation: 1200–1500 runners

💳 Registration Fee

• (based on run category)

🎽 Participant Entitlements

Every registered participant receives:

• Official Event T-shirt
• Runner Bib & Timing Support (where applicable)
• Finisher Medal & E-Certificate
• Refreshments & hydration support
• On-ground medical assistance
• Event photography & videography
• Pride of contributing to a life-impacting cause

🚑 Event Facilities & Safety

• Secured track & managed long-distance routes
• Dedicated medical desk & first-aid teams
• Water & refreshment stations
• Route marshals, volunteers & signage
• Stage, sound system & award ceremony

Participant safety and comfort remain our highest priority.

🏅 Awards & Recognition

• Finisher medals for all participants
• Special awards for top performers in competitive categories
• Cash Prize

🌱 Why Your Participation Matters

Your run helps:

• Strengthen community-level cancer awareness
• Support treatment and rehabilitation of cancer patients
• Build a culture of prevention, early care, and compassion

✨ Be the Change. Run for Life.

This World Cancer Day, take a step beyond fitness.

Run for awareness. Run for survivors. Run for lives.

Join us at “Run to Save Lives”

Because every step can save a life.