Mamta Sohal wants to give back to the charity that helped save her daughter’s life
A West London mum is set to take on the gruelling 100k Ultra Challenge to help raise money for the charity she credits for helping save her daughter’s life.
Mamta Sohal, 56, from Ealing, is set to tackle the Lake District Ultra Challenge this weekend with her sister-in-law, Dejani, by her side. Mamta will be taking part in the challenge over the weekend (June 6 to 7) to raise money for the London Air Ambulance.
London Air Ambulance were called to help Mamta’s daughter, Eshana, after she was hit by a motorcycle while out running. It left her with life-threatening injuries, and due to the severity, the air ambulance was called, and she was taken to St Mary’s Hospital.
She spent seven weeks in hospital in an induced coma and then a further seven weeks undergoing intensive neurorehabilitation at a hospital in Wellington.
She said: “We nearly lost Eshana that day. The care she received from London Air Ambulance and the team at St Mary’s was nothing short of extraordinary.
“She has shown incredible resilience and strength throughout her recovery, and I couldn’t be prouder to be her mum.
“This will be tough, but it’s nothing compared to what Eshana has been through. If we can help raise awareness and support the incredible work of the air ambulance, every step will be worth it.”
The Lake District Ultra Challenge will see thousands of participants walk, jog or run distances of up to 100km through some of the UK’s most scenic terrain. The challenge takes you through beautiful national parks and nature reserves.
Mamta has already more than doubled her fundraising target of £2,000, raising over £5,000 on her JustGiving page so far for London Air Ambulance.
The charity provides rapid response and expert medical care in life-threatening situations, helping to save lives across the capital when every second counts.
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