Unexpected expected at Delhi Airtel Marathon

I participated in the 7km category of Delhi Airtel Half marathon and found a few pleasant surprises. But before I start the recount, I must say its a great event and one should definitely participate. Particpating and running with close to 18,000 people gives you enthusiasm to do things you might not have done ever like running/walking for 7 kms without rest. I have never been able to run more than 2kms on tread-mill. The race usually happens in one of the beautiful parts of the city around the embassy area, where some of the big wigs like the Mittals of Bharati fame stay(surely they are enjoying the best real estate of Delhi). Now coming to the pleasant surprises of the event:-

1) Celeb dose: 2-second glimpse of Bebo(Kareena Kapoor), Saif, Sheila Dixit and boxer Vijender(Olympics wala). They were cheering the runners at the start of the run.

(Courtsey: EconomicTimes.com)

2) Celeb miss: Now after watching some of the visuals on TV, I realize AR Rahman was also on the dice (person with folded hands standing next to Saif). Kajol, Ajay Devgan and Rahul Banerjee were also present somwhere, but I missed them all.

3) The event was painted red-black (Airtel color). The prime sponsors used the event to promote themselves well and may be the launch of Airtel DTH.

4) Cheerleaders, Bhangra dancers and songs were played on loudspeaker to pep people during the race.

Ample water at various locations ensured the runners could keep themselves going. Snacks at the finish of race was given to recharge people so that they can energise themselves and participate next year too. See you next time..