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The Malabar Rampage: What's Changed and What's the Same

David — Sun, 11 Mar 2018 20:16:11 +0000

The Malabar Rampage 2018 begins in less than a month!

We can’t believe it’s almost been a year since the Malabar Rampage Rickshaw Challenge 2017. We had a great time, and we’re sure the Malabar Rampage 2018 will be just as much fun! The event will be almost exactly the same visiting the same states and all the same cities… with new participants, obviously. However, excitingly, we have made a couple of improvements! We have added an extra city and, even better, rickshaws are now complete with wifi. Here’s a run down on what has changed and what will stay the same!

Changed: Kochi!

The biggest change to the Malabar Rampage since last year is that we will visit an extra city: Kochi (also known as Cochin). We always used to recommend taking a brief stop in this city, in between the stops of Alappuzha and Kozhikode, but now participants will have a lot more time to explore. Kochi has been an important trading center for centuries and as such is uniquely multicultural, with several important landmarks to show for it. Most famous are the Chinese fishing nets, pictured above, but equally interesting is Fort Kochin, home to India’s most ancient community of Jews.

The Same: The Other Locations!

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it: that’s what we think about all the other stops on the Malabar Rampage. We’ll still start in Trivandrum, and of course our next stop has to be Allapuzha, or should we say the “Venice of the East“. Just like last year, we’ll stop in Kozhikode, Mangalore, and Murudeshwara. And, naturally, we still finish off in Panaji, the capital of glorious Goa!

Changed: Wifi!

Photo by Chachoge

Another exciting change to the Malabar Rampage is that, this year all rickshaws will have built-in wifi. The engines may still be basic (and temperamental!) but we reckon this technological addition will make for an even better adventure. Now it’ll be even easier to keep your social media profiles updated (we know you all love Instagram…) , to make plans with other teams, and to avoid getting lost. Just remember to keep your eyes on the road!

The Same: Everything Else!

Pretty much everything else on the Malabar Rampage will be the same! There’ll be different teams, new costumes, and fresh adventures to be had. However, we’re expecting the same madness, hilarity, and life-changing memories as ever. We can’t wait — see you in Chennai!

Are you crazy enough to come along for the ride? Then join us on the next Rickshaw Challenge. Get a team together and let’s see you at the starting line! If you want to join us in spirit, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter and Instagramto keep up with our latest antics.

The Classic Run 2018: The Fun Continues

David — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 16:45:30 +0000

After a day exploring Madurai, it was time to visit Tuticorin.

The Rickshaw Challenge Classic Run began with training in Chennai then a great first few days on the road, but the wasn’t even halfway done! The fifth day of our event was a chance to explore Madurai, the magnificent temple city famous for its colourful gopurams, before on Day Six we travelled to Thoothukudi, Tamilnadu’s gateway to the sea, where a lot of fun lay in store! Here is Princely’s brief report:

Day 5: Rest day at Madurai

The rest day gave one participant a chance to try an authentic Indian barbers…

The beautiful temple city town of Madruai was the place where the teams had their deserved rest after the long night parties. Even though the teams got up late no one missed the chance to visit the Meeneakshi amman temple there.

Day 6: Madurai to Thoothukudi

The short day is piece of cake for all the 15 teams. In fact some of the teams had their best moments in Thoothukudi (also known as Tuticorin), driving around the small town having a lot of fun with the locals. So far the Classic Run is going well and let us has the glimpse of the finish in the next report. Until then you can follow our page for more updates, until then bye from me.

The Classic Run 2018: On the Road

David — Thu, 04 Jan 2018 13:26:06 +0000

The Classic Run is on the road!

After a training day in Chennai, it was time for teams on the Rickshaw Challenge Classic Run to hit the road! There were lots of cities to see, states to explore, and excitement to be had! Here is Princely’s report from the first few days of Classic Run chaos, from Chennai to Madurai.

Day 2: Chennai to Puducherry

The costumes of the participants made the first day extraordinarily colorful and gave a happy mood for the first day on road. Again the briefing was done by Aravind and teams left the base hotel within half an hour after we finished the briefing. There we go, Classic Run 2018 was officially flagged off and we were off on road. All went fine for the first day and I saw a couple of teams in Mahabalipuram, mentioned in day sheet. Alambari fort was closed as there were some issues with the locals.

Team 15 (Temoji), had no clue how they had to navigate in spite of briefing and they came as the last team and it was 7.30 pm when we finished the day in Puducherry. The other teams strolled to the beach to enjoy the end of the day. Over beers some stories of running out of fuel and minor break downs were discussed. The mechanics attended the overnight complaints and preparation for the next day went smoothly.

Day 3: Puducherry to Thanjavur

Being the longest day of the entire rally, teams were warned enough and the highlight of the day was again Team Temoji. At around 4.30 PM, I received a call from them and they had completely lost their way and detoured more than 40km. But everything fell into place as they were guided by some locals and the Chennai Garage team lead them after the town of Kumbakonam. Yet another day finished in the base hotel which had an extraordinary swimming pool. Beers by the pool, that’s sounds luxurious, doesn’t it?

Day 4 Thanjavur to Madurai

The big temple in Thanjavur was the first challenge for the participants. On my drive I met few teams at Tirumayam fort and the pictures taken at there were awesome. Special mention to Teams 11 (the B – Team) and 14 (Ripped and wrecked). Another no problem day ended up at Madurai and teams had their new year’s party… it was a long night for most of the teams! Let the fun begin. I would like to wish all the readers and regular followers of Rickshaw Challenge a Happy New Year!!!

Iconic Rickshaws For Relief

admin — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 08:07:18 +0000

We’ve seen them in exotic locations from Cuba to Cambodia, Nigeria to Nepal, Pakistan to Peru, and India to even parts of Italy; now a very special fleet of rickshaws are back in London after last year’s Olympic cameo. Iconic Rickshaws for Relief, presented by artists and cultural visionaries alike, including Apl.de.Ap of the Black Eyed Peas, celebrated British Pakistani artist Zoobs, Dr. Naif Al-Mutawa’s comic book heroes ‘The 99’, and luxury designer Bareeze amongst others, will all be unveiling unique designs celebrating the rickshaw as a cultural icon.
The campaign uses the tools of mixed media, digital engagement, social media and the rickshaws themselves, to awaken social responsibility and highlight the essential work still needed to meet the United Nation’s Millennium Development Goals across developing and emerging nations. Join the journey towards global prosperity as our Iconic Rickshaws’ nostalgic charm acts as a beacon of hope, tackling the adversities faced by underprivileged communities in poverty-stricken countries around the world.
From Visionary Media Productions, and Iconic Rickshaws For Relief
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The Charity Project

World's Environmental Day of MGL

admin — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 05:54:04 +0000

: Mahanagar Gas Limited (MGL) celebrated the World Environment Day on 5th June 2010.

The day long programme focused on spreading awareness for protection of environment through use of environment friendly natural gas and other measures such as tree plantation.

The celebrations began with distribution of saplings to the CNG autorickshaw and taxi drivers at MGL’s CNG outlets at Bandra-Kurla Complex, City Gate Station- Wadala and Tardeo.

– For more details ‘ World’s Environmental Day of MGL’