Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) successfully completed the 4th edition of its signature “Run for Road Safety” in Manesar on March 8, 2026. Flagged off from the Global Resource Factory, the event saw over 6,000 participants take to the streets to advocate for safer Indian roads. Coinciding with International Women’s Day, the initiative highlighted road safety as a collective social responsibility and celebrated female empowerment.
Racing Toward a Zero-Fatality Future
The event is a key part of Honda’s global mission to achieve zero traffic collision fatalities involving its motorcycles and automobiles by the year 2050. By engaging the community through fitness, HMSI aims to foster a deep-rooted culture of safety and awareness across all sections of society.
Race Categories and Top Performers
The event featured three distinct categories to ensure inclusivity for all skill levels:
- 21.1 km Category: Ms. Sonika led the female runners with a time of 1:22:36, while Mr. Emmanuel Rotich secured the top male spot at 1:04:48.
- 10 km Category: Mr. Adesh (33:29) and Ms. Reena (47:28) emerged as the winners in their respective divisions.
- 5 km Category: A fun run designed to encourage broad community participation.
Rewards for Excellence
To honor the dedication of the participants, HMSI awarded several high-value prizes:
- Top Honors: The male winner of the 21.1 km run was awarded the all-new Honda CB125 Hornet, while the female winner received a Honda Dio125 X edition.
- 10 km Winners: Received trophies and HMSI discount coupons valued at INR 20,000 each.
- Lucky Draw: Four Honda Dio125 X edition scooters were given away via a mega lucky draw spanning multiple age groups from 18 to 55+.
A Collaborative Effort for Social Change
The success of the run was supported by Haryana Government authorities, the Industry Association of IMT Manesar, and various partner industries. Beyond road safety, HMSI remains committed to various corporate social responsibility initiatives, including healthcare, education, and environmental sustainability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the primary goal of the Honda Manesar run? The event aimed to promote road safety awareness and aligns with Honda’s global vision of zero traffic collision fatalities by 2050.
How many people participated in the 2026 edition? More than 6,000 participants joined the 4th edition of the run.
What prizes did the winners receive? Winners received prizes including the Honda CB125 Hornet, Honda Dio125 X edition scooters, and INR 20,000 discount coupons.
Why was the date March 8th significant for this event? The event coincided with International Women’s Day to celebrate both road safety and the empowerment of women.
Who were the fastest runners in the 21.1 km category? Mr. Emmanuel Rotich (1:04:48) and Ms. Sonika (1:22:36) were the top performers in the male and female categories, respectively.
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