Dhiraagu advocates participants to ditch single-use plastics at DMRR 2026

Dhiraagu is encouraging participants of the upcoming Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race (DMRR) 2026 to avoid single-use plastic water bottles and support its ongoing efforts to reduce plastic waste at the event.

The run is scheduled to take place on November 20^th at Central Park, Hulhumalé.

As part of its continued commitment to environmental sustainability, DMRR has promoted a single-use-plastic-free event since 2019, encouraging environmentally responsible practices while bringing communities together through running.

To support this initiative, drinking water will be provided in paper cups at hydration stations along the race route, allowing runners to stay hydrated without relying on single-use plastic bottles.

Participants are also encouraged to bring reusable water bottles as an environmentally friendly alternative.

Through this initiative, DMRR helps prevent approximately 18,000 single-use plastic bottles from being used each year, contributing to efforts to reduce plastic waste and protect the Maldives' fragile marine environment.

Over the years, DMRR has continued to incorporate sustainable practices into the event, demonstrating how large-scale community events can minimise their environmental footprint while promoting greater environmental awareness and positive behavioural change.

With thousands of runners expected to participate in this year's event, Dhiraagu is encouraging all participants to support these efforts by avoiding single-use plastic water bottles and making environmentally conscious choices throughout the event.

Through collective action and simple everyday choices, Dhiraagu aims to inspire greater environmental responsibility and contribute towards a cleaner, greener Maldives.