Bengaluru: Wipro Limited, a leading AI-powered technology services and consulting company, celebrated the landmark 20th edition of the Spirit of Wipro Run, bringing together more than 62,000 participants across 100+ cities worldwide. The event saw enthusiastic participation from Wipro employees, their families, friends, clients, and partners—reflecting the company’s deep-rooted culture of wellbeing, inclusivity, and community engagement.
At the iconic Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru, Rishad Premji, Executive Chairman, Wipro Limited, flagged off the run, while in East Brunswick, New Jersey, Srini Pallia, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, led the event alongside employees and partners in the U.S. The celebration spanned cities including New Jersey, London, Zurich, Dubai, Toronto, Singapore, and Sydney, embodying Wipro’s truly global spirit.
“For two decades, the Spirit of Wipro Run has united our communities in purpose and progress,” said Saurabh Govil, Chief Human Resources Officer, Wipro Limited. “With a record 14,000 participants in Bengaluru alone, we are celebrating not just milestones, but the enduring togetherness and values that define Wipro.”
The event was more than just a run—it was a movement. Participants represented Wipro Limited, Wipro Enterprises, Premji Invest, Azim Premji Foundation, and Azim Premji University. Every registration was matched with a corporate contribution through Wipro Cares, the employee engagement arm of the Wipro Foundation. This initiative benefitted over 85 non-profit organizations worldwide, supporting healthcare, education for underprivileged communities, and environmental sustainability.
Adding to the excitement in Bengaluru, the Spirit of Wipro Run was integrated with the Wipro Bengaluru Marathon, held on the same day. The marathon’s 12th edition saw over 35,000 runners—including elite athletes—take to the streets, cementing Bengaluru’s reputation as one of India’s most passionate fitness hubs. This year also marked Wipro’s third consecutive year as the title sponsor of the marathon.
What began as a modest initiative has, over 20 years, evolved into a global symbol of Wipro’s purpose-driven culture. The Spirit of Wipro Run today represents resilience, unity, and the power of collective action—fueling both employee pride and positive change in communities around the world.
