DOHA: Doha Bank, one of the largest private commercial banks in Qatar, has opened free online registrations for 2019 Al Dana Green Run, which will take place today at Al Bidda Park. The 14th edition of the annual run, organised by Doha Bank and supported by Qatar’s Ministry of Culture and Sports, Qatar Sports for all Federation (QSFA), Traffic Department, and Aspire Academy, will coincide with the commencement of this year’s Qatar National Sports Day celebrations.
Al Dana Green Run is open to people of all age groups and fitness level by offering 6 running categories, including professional athletes, families, and special needs among others. Winners from each category will be awarded many prizes, while plenty of surprises will be on offer for audience members, who will be treated to free entertainment all day long. The popular family-friendly event will also feature a dedicated fun zone area at the venue to entertain visitors of all ages with a range of activities, such as kids’ concerts and dance parties, face painting, inflatables bouncy houses with giant slides, football and basketball competitions, as well as coloring crafts workshops to name a few.
Dr R Seetharaman, Doha Bank CEO said: “With the great success of last Al Dana Green Run having 6,000 participants, this year has more winners with cash prizes and vouchers from partners. We encourage everyone to participate and be part of this run. Doha Bank celebrates their 40th anniversary with giving prizes of QR2m to one winner, QR1m to another winner, and more than 100 other winners in Al Dana scheme. Ahmed Al Henzab, Head of Administration & Property Department said:”Al Dana Green Run is back, and we couldn’t be any prouder. We are looking forward to bringing the local community together once again to promote sustainability and a healthy lifestyle, and, above all, to show our respect and solidarity to Qatar and its wise leadership. This year, Al Dana Green Run is dedicated to Qatar, its people and our beloved Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
The 14th edition of the Dana Green Run is organised by Doha Bank and supported by Qatar Athletics Federation, Ministry of Interior, Traffic Department, Qatar Red Crescent, Ministry of Culture and Sports, and Qatar Sports for all Federation (QSFA). Moreover, we are pleased to extend our thanks and appreciations to H.E the Minister and all the officials in the ministry for their appreciated contribution, in compliance with His Highness’s instructions on cooperation between the government’s institutions and the private sector.
The Ministry of Culture and Sports Qatar Sports for All Federation President, Abdulrahman Al Dosari said: ‘We are thrilled to collaborate with Doha Bank’s Al Dana Green Run once again for its 14th edition. This initiative aimed at promoting green practices and wellbeing of our society closely matches Qatar’s 2030 focus and vision to encourage environmental conservation and eco-friendly development among local residents and communities. It is also in line with QSFA’s vision on spreading the culture of sport to all ages, and providing the required equipment and resources to make sport accessible to people of all ages.”
Al Dosari also said:” I believe that it is our duty to support this unique event as Qatar is on its way to becoming a global sports destination. More importantly, it is an honor and privilege for us to pay homage to our country and the visionary leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani”.
