CHM – Chiplun Half Marathon Website
📌 Project Summary
A redesigned WordPress website for CHM – Chiplun Half Marathon, an initiative by Sangharsha Krida Mandal and Sahyadri Nisarga Mitra. The platform supports a unique cause — promoting fitness while raising environmental awareness with the theme: “Run to eliminate plastic waste.”
🎯 Goals & Purpose
To create a cleaner, faster, and more modern online presence for a professionally organized half marathon event in the Konkan region, while promoting sustainability and boosting registrations for upcoming events.
🛠️ My Role & Tools Used
Rebuilt the website from scratch using WordPress, with a focus on performance, responsiveness, and SEO optimization. Integrated historical media, improved structure, and ensured scalability for future event updates.
🌟 Key Features
Clean, Responsive UI optimized for mobile and all devices
PageSpeed Optimized with high Lighthouse scores
Integrated Media Galleries from past events
SEO Implementation to boost online visibility
Informational Pages about event schedule, registration, and mission
✅ What Went Well
Achieved strong performance results in Google PageSpeed Insights
The site received positive feedback from both organizers and participants for its ease of use and clarity
🚧 Challenges Faced
Migrating content and improving structure without losing brand identity
Balancing visual appeal and performance for slower mobile networks in the region
📘 What I Learned
Strengthened my ability to revamp existing websites for better performance and UX
Learned more about event-focused web design and user flows for seasonal traffic peaks