Maha Forest Run 2023 - 1 Edition

Hello Runners,
We are happy to announce Maha Forest Run 2023 on the occasion of International Day of Forests. Theme for this year is ‘Forests and Health’.
Forests give us so much to our health. They purify the water, clean the air, capture carbon to fight climate change, provide food and life-saving medicines, and improve our well-being. It’s up to us to safeguard these precious natural resources.
This 2023 calls for giving, not just taking, because healthy forests will bring healthy people.
Hence it is of great pride, to be a part of the Maha Forest Run 2023 at Sanjay Gandhi National Park, which is completely peaceful and offers serenity.
This run is organised by Social Forestry Circle, Thane.

RUN DATE:- 26th March 2023

NOTE : The date mentioned above is subjective to change. The Bib distribution dates may change accordingly as well. The organizers will not be liable for any loss caused due to same.

RUN CATEGORIES

• 5 Km Fun Run : - Fun Run for all where participants won't be timed.
• 10 Km Timed Run : - This is a Timed run and the RFID timing chip will be provided.(No Competition)

Run Categories Ticket Cost (INR):

• 10 Km Timed run : 599/-
• 5 Km Fun run : 399/-

*Parents must register along with their kids if their kids are below 12 years.

Entitlements :

• The registration fee entitles the participant to only participate in the event .
• All other offerings by the run organizer like T Shirt, Medal, Certificates, Refreshments, etc are complimentary.
• The organizer reserves the right to add/modify/delete complimentary offerings at any given point of time.
• There is no competition and cash price.
• The decision taken by the organizing team remains final and will not be up for debate.

Run support and Nutrition :

• All runners will be provided with refreshments following the run, and there will be plenty of water and nutrition stations along the race route. Please keep your BIB as proof of running participation.
• RFID timing chip will be given to all participants in 10 Km.

IMPORTANT NOTE: We will be liable to adhere to any new COVID guidelines released by the government related to conducting of events.

Bib Collection :

• Finalised dates for bib collection will be communicated at a later date.
• Location will be – Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Borivali East, Mumbai
• No Bib will be issued on the day of run
• Bibs will not be distributed outside of said dates and organizers won't be responsible for it.

Declaration :

By submitting the form, I hereby declare that I am physically fit to participate in this event and have attained all necessary physical examination by a registered medical practitioner. I acknowledge that participating in this event may carry some risk to my health. I release the organizers from any liability or any loss or injury which I may suffer while participating in the run. I have read and understood all the "RULES & REGULATIONS" and all the information provided by me in the registration form is correct. Further, I grant full permission to the organizer and all associated organizations to use all event material including photographs and videotape for publicity and advertising purposes without any compensation. I give Organizer the right to send me any communication (event, promotion, partners, etc.) via email, SMS, Phone call, Social media & any other channel.

Rules and Regulations :

• Participants are requested to come 30 min. prior to the event at venue..
• 5km distance category is open for participants of 3 years and above (Born on or before 15TH February 2020).
• 10km distance category is open for participants of 3 years and above (Born on or before 15TH February 2020).
• Minimum of 1 adult has to register with a child between the age of 3 - 12yrs.
• Run timing will be recorded on Mat-to-Mat basis i.e. your timing starts/stops when you cross start/finish line.
• Registrations will close on 15th March 2023 at 11:00 PM.
• Participants must upload/submit copy of his ID proof for age verification.
• The BIB allotted to the participant is non-transferable and request for cancellation and thereby, refund will not be entertained.
• No bib distribution on Run day.
• Snacks and refreshments will be served to all participants after the run. It is compulsory to show BIB for collecting snacks
• Finishers Medal will be given to each participant in all distance categories after finishing the run. It is compulsory to show BIB for collecting the finisher Medal.

Standard Terms and Conditions of Maha Forest Run 2023

• Participants are requested to eat a healthy meal not consume alcohol the previous night to avoid dehydration.
• You ("The participant") understand that there are inherent risks of the services which may or may not be directly provided by Organizer in which the participant may engage.
• The participant confirms that they are physically and mentally capable of availing the service.
• The participants participation is voluntary, and the participant shall under no circumstance hold organizers responsible for any injury, accidents, illness and damage to or loss of personal property as the result of any incident or accident that may occur during the period of service.
• The conduct and behavior of the participant should not cause distress or harm to anyone including other participant members, Organizer staff, service providers etc.; in which case, we/ service providers reserve the right to ask you to immediately leave, or in certain circumstances, hand you over to the appropriate authorities, in which case the financial liability would be of the participant.
• If for any reason the participant wishes to abruptly end the run before its scheduled completion, or is unable to participate due to being unfit, we will not be able to provide any return support or any refund, and the financial liability for making any alternate arrangements would be of the participant.
• The participant is responsible to follow the instructions of the organizer and the participant must bear all the expenses which may arise in case for medical exigency or any emergency condition.
• Cuts, bruises, and minor injuries are normal for an outdoor activity. First aid kit is provided, and the coordinators are trained to respond in such situations. Organizers take all the reasonable steps to provide basic safety required for the activity.
• During the event the organizer's decision will be final decision, whatsoever.
• Organizers hold the rights to change the itinerary or even cancel the activity in case of any unexpected change in weather or other unpredicted situations occur that are beyond our control. Organizers will not be liable for any costs such as travel, or accommodation incurred by the participant in such circumstances.
• It is mandatory to disclose any personal medical conditions so that prior arrangements can be made. Organizers do not hold any responsibility for the outcome of any undisclosed medical condition during the trip.
• Smoking and drinking is strictly prohibited.
• Outside Food & drinks not allowed at Sanjay Gandhi National Park.
• Organizers are not responsible for any unforeseen damage brought to participant's personal belongings or personal vehicle during the run.
• There is no parking available near by the holding area. Parking done by the participants will be at their own risk.
• If participants are found violating the rules, Organizers reserve all the rights to remove the participant from participating in run. In such situation, no refund shall be provided.
• Participation Certificate will be given to all participants who successfully complete the course within the time.
• Medal will be given to all participants who complete the course.
• For security reasons, participants are requested to come without any baggage. It is strongly recommended that you do not leave valuables like mobile phone, camera, jewelry, watch, electronic gadgets, etc. in the bag stored.
• Organizers, however, are not responsible for any loss of baggage and/or its belongings.
• Participants found to have interchanged their timing BIB tag with another individual, will be disqualified from the event and shall not be allowed to apply or participate in the subsequent edition of the event.
• This event is managed by Agrahyah Technologies Pvt Ltd
• Please note if you don't wear your timing BIB tag as instructed, you won't be able to get an official finish time, medal, and certificate.
• Every participant is required to always wear their BIB (on chest) during the run.
• Every participant will compulsorily have to follow rules & regulations of Sanjay Gandhi National Park.