ADANI AHMEDABAD MARATHON (AAM) has announced a creative collaboration with acclaimed designer Aaquib Wani for its 9th edition, scheduled for 30 November. In a unique initiative, Adani Sportsline and Wani are inviting design ideas from the public to co-create the official marathon jersey, transforming it from a sportswear piece into a symbol of community pride and collective expression, in line with the marathon’s enduring cause — #Run4OurSoldiers.
Recognised in the Forbes 30 Under 30 (Design) list, Wani has designed some of India’s most iconic sportswear including the Indian cricket team jerseys and the official kits for Team India at the Asian Games 2023 and Paris 2024 Olympics. His work blends storytelling, heritage, and contemporary aesthetics across disciplines ranging from sportswear to cultural installations and music festivals.
Since its inception, the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon has proudly championed the cause #Run4OurSoldiers, honouring India’s armed forces. The event is internationally recognised and has been featured on the Global Marathon Event List by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS) since 2022. It is also certified by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI). Organised entirely by Adani Sportsline, the 2025 edition will once again flag off from the Sabarmati Riverfront Sports Park, taking runners past iconic city landmarks such as Atal Bridge, Gandhi Ashram, and Ellis Bridge.
Wani said, “Designing the official jersey for the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon is a unique and exciting opportunity for me. Ahmedabad is undoubtedly a city rich in art and craft, and I look forward to receiving ideas from creative minds across the community to craft a design that truly represents the marathon. This event is bigger than a race, with its core cause of #Run4OurSoldiers and it’s inspiring to see how the Adani Group and its sports arm have nurtured the marathon into a movement over the past nine years. My best wishes to the organisers and all the runners participating this year.”
