UditVani, Kolkata: Kolkata will reverberate with the collective energy of thousands of runners once again, as the city laces up for the much anticipated Tata Steel Kolkata 25K (TSK 25K) to be flagged off from the iconic Red Road, Kolkata on Sunday, 18th December 2022.
Registration across all five race categories for the 7th edition of Tata Steel Kolkata 25K commenced on September 25 at tatasteelkolkata25k.procam.in/. Regiatrations will stay open until November 30, IST 11:59 p.m., or till running places are filled.
The USD 100,000 prize money fund race in the unique 25K distance is a step up from the half marathon to the classic distance. The other categories are the open 10K, Ananda Run (4.2 km), a colorful carnival to experience the many facets of Kolkata, and the Senior Citizens’ Run (2.3 km) and the Champions with Disability (2.3 km).
To encourage women’s participation, there are a limited number of spots reserved in both the 25K and open 10K races.
Confirmed 25K participants will receive a race day tee-shirt from the event’s Sportswear Partner T10 Sports, while the fastest 500 men and women runners in the open 10K category will receive a finishers tee-shirt from T10 Sports.
Medal of Steel
It takes hardiness and steely resolve to complete 25K, and to salute this resolute spirit, every finisher in this category will receive a Medal of Steel -uniquely crafted by title sponsor Tata Steel. Steel is a symbol of grit and strength-aspects that are tested in distance running.
Individuals who are fully vaccinated (at least two doses) with COVID-19 vaccines approved by WHO, can apply for the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K. The final vaccination certificate must be uploaded while applying for the race.
Since its inception the TSK 25K has become synonymous with philanthropy, drawing attention to the social service sector. Today, the event is one of India’s largest sporting philanthropy platforms.
IDFC FIRST BANK will join Tata Steel Kolkata 25K for the first time as an exclusive Associate Sponsor.
Chanakya Chaudhary, Vice President (Corporate Services), Tata Steel Limited, said, “We are delighted to announce that TSK25k is back on the road after a break of two years due to the pandemic. As the first run in its category to be certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races in India, TSK25k has grown to become one of the most important events in our country’s running calendar for all who are passionate about health and fitness. TSK25k holds special significance as it is the biggest run of its kind in east India that welcomes professional and amateur runners from around the world. It is one of our largest community engagements in our annual sporting calendar, and we are certain that this year’s event will take TSK25k to even greater heights.”
The event will be conducted under the auspices of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) and the aegis of the West Bengal Athletics Association (WBAA) and certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS).
TSK 25K is supported by the Government of West Bengal, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, the Indian Army – Eastern Command and Bengal Sub-Area, Kolkata Municipal Corporation, and the Kolkata Police.
Aroop Biswas, Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Power, Government of West Bengal, said: “Tata Steel Kolkata 25K played a pivotal role in kickstarting the running revolution in eastern India. A symbol of pride and camaraderie, I urge the citizens of Bengal to take up a healthy lifestyle through running and be a part of the upcoming 7th edition of the TSK 25K to be staged in the heart of Kolkata.”
Lt. General Rana Pratap Kalita UYSM, AVSM, SM, VSM, GOC–in–C, Eastern Command, Fort William, said, “Running has been the forte of Indian Armed forces for a long time and this event is very close to our hearts. Vijay Diwas on 16th December is milestone in the history of India army in the honour of this Victory it is a privilege for us to host the Vijay Diwas Trophy as part of the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K. I would like to thank Tata Steel, IDFC FIRST Bank and all other partners for promoting this sporting event.”
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Amit Sinha, Country Head – Branch Banking, IDFC FIRST Bank, said, “We are thrilled to be the Exclusive Associate Sponsor of the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K. As a bank that supports millions of small businesses, entrepreneurs, and startups, we believe in enabling customers to make new beginnings, be it their first home loan or an education loan or opening a savings account to build a bright future.
“In line with that thought, our theme for the TSK 25K Kolkata is #Journeytothestart. We believe that the Kolkata 25K is a #Journeytothestart for thousands of inspired first-time runners and we are excited to be part of their first run.”
Consolidating this legacy, UNITED WAY KOLKATA (UWK), a branch of United Way India, which is affiliated with the global United Way Network, the world’s largest privately funded non-profit organization, has joined hands with the event as its Philanthropy Partner.
Speaking about the association, Dinesh Agarwal, Chairperson, United Way Kolkata, said, “United Way Kolkata is delighted to come aboard as Official Philanthropy Partner for the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K 2022. This organic partnership shall go a long way to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities to advance the common good, via a vast network of NGOs, individual fundraisers, and corporates. Fundraising through Tata Steel Kolkata 25K is an innovative and creative step in this direction, and helps build a strong network of supporters and volunteers that believe in giving back to society, to support NGOs and their causes.”
Vivek Singh, Jt. MD, Procam International, said: “The Tata Steel Kolkata 25K is a sign of aspiration and renewed hope. As we launch the registrations for this 7th edition, our sincere gratitude to all our sponsors, the city authorities, and the running community who have wholeheartedly supported us, to make the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K, the biggest sporting event in the region.”
The event website https:// tatasteelkolkata25k.procam.in will provide regular updates to confirmed participants.
The five categories for TSK 25K are:
25K, open 10K,
Ananda Run (4.2 km),
Senior Citizens’ Run (2.3 km),
Champions with Disability (2.3 km).
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