The 11th iteration of the Marriott India Business Council’s premier charitable program, “Road to Give,” brought together associates, partners, and community members from India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka in a joint celebration of social responsibility, movement, and compassion. What started out as a modest project more than ten years ago to bring coworkers together via exercise and charitable giving has grown into a strong regional movement that encourages compassion, inclusivity, and positive community impact throughout South Asia.

In keeping with Marriott’s values of compassion and service, more than 10,000 employees participated in this year’s campaign by running, walking, cycling, and moving for a cause. Rising Star Outreach of India, a Chennai-based NGO that helps and rehabilitates leprosy-affected individuals and families through education, healthcare, and vocational training, will receive the more than INR 1 crore that the effort successfully raised. In keeping with Marriott’s basic principle of “Putting People First,” employees from participating hotels planned volunteer opportunities, charity races, and wellness events that encouraged both physical health and the satisfaction of giving back.

“Every year, Road to Give serves as a reminder of the remarkable strength of group effort,” stated Sanjay Gupta, Chairman of the Marriott India Business Council. As we observe the eleventh year of this incredible program, we honour not only the money raised or the distance travelled, but also the compassion and camaraderie that our partners infuse into their local communities. Their work keeps up Marriott’s tradition of compassion and dedication throughout the area.

Road to Give has grown to be a pillar of Marriott’s charitable culture over time. motivating coworkers to be changemakers and champions for empathy, inclusivity, and wellness. The idea that real achievement comes from inspiring others and advancing long-term social change is reaffirmed in every edition.

The Marriott India Business Council would like to express its sincere gratitude to all of the attendees, partners, and supporters who helped make the 2025 edition a huge success as it looks forward to another significant year. We are one step closer to a more inclusive and caring future where the spirit of giving genuinely propels us ahead with each step we take and rupee donated.