{"id":62844,"date":"2026-02-25T16:04:19","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T10:34:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/?p=62844"},"modified":"2026-02-25T16:04:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T10:34:19","slug":"uk-women-entrepreneurs-to-kick-off-1000km-lets-goa-rickshaw-rally-in-chennai-for-charity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/2026\/02\/25\/uk-women-entrepreneurs-to-kick-off-1000km-lets-goa-rickshaw-rally-in-chennai-for-charity\/","title":{"rendered":"UK Women Entrepreneurs to Kick Off 1,000km “Let\u2019s Goa” Rickshaw Rally in Chennai for Charity"},"content":{"rendered":"
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CHENNAI, March 2, 2026<\/b> \u2013 The streets of Chennai are set to witness a vibrant display of grit and philanthropy as 35 high-profile women entrepreneurs from the United Kingdom arrive to launch the “Let\u2019s Goa 2026 Rickshaw Rally.”<\/b> Partnering with Madras Midtown Round Table 42 (MMRT42)<\/b> and Madras Midtown Ladies Circle 7 (MMLC7)<\/b>, the Sisterhood Group UK<\/b> will navigate auto-rickshaws across a challenging 1,000-kilometer route from Chennai to Goa. The mission aims to raise between \u20b91\u20133 crores<\/b> to fund education and vocational skilling for women and children across Tamil Nadu.<\/p>\n

Adventure Meets Altruism<\/b><\/h3>\n

This isn’t just a road trip; it’s a high-stakes fundraising marathon. The Sisterhood Group, founded in 2006, is renowned for taking on “extreme challenges”\u2014from rowing the English Channel to racing across the Amazon\u2014having already raised over \u00a31 million for global causes.<\/p>\n

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“Our mission goes beyond adventure,” says Emma Sayle<\/b>, founder of the Sisterhood Group. “It\u2019s about empowering women, building networks, and creating a better future for children.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Tangible Impact on the Ground<\/b><\/h3>\n

The collaboration between the UK entrepreneurs and the Chennai-based Round Table and Ladies Circle chapters has already yielded significant results from previous years:<\/p>\n

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    Women\u2019s Skilling Unit:<\/b> A dedicated center providing vocational training and financial literacy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Inclusive Education:<\/b> Construction of specialized classrooms equipped for differently-abled students.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Freedom Through Education:<\/b> MMRT42 and LC7 have already built over 75 classrooms, impacting 3,000+ students.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Leadership Perspectives<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Siddharth Shankar<\/b>, Chairman of MMRT42, emphasized the long-term vision: “We are not just supporting communities; we are building futures and unlocking potential at scale.”<\/i><\/p>\n

    Nanditha Vikram<\/b>, Chairperson of LC7, highlighted the strength of female solidarity: “Transforming lives is inevitable when strong-willed, like-minded women come together.”<\/i><\/p>\n

    Event Details & How to Support<\/b><\/h3>\n

    The public is invited to witness the flag-off ceremony and support the cause:<\/p>\n

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      Date:<\/b> Monday, March 2nd, 2026<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Time:<\/b> 5:00 PM<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Venue:<\/b> The Lady Andal Open School, New Giri Road, T. Nagar, Chennai<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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