PINAKI MAJUMDAR
Jamshedpur, Sept 19: East India’s biggest participative sporting celebration adorns a new avatar.
Kolkata will host the prestigious World Athletics Gold Label Race —Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata. The world’s richest 25K, with prize money of USD 142,214, will witness some of the fastest athletes alongside amateurs on December 15 (Sunday).
Registration opens
Procam International, today announced that the Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata registration for the on-ground and virtual commenced today from 7 am onwards at https://tatasteelworld25k.procam.in/.
World Athletics Gold Label Status
The World Athletics Gold Label has been accorded to Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata based on stringent criteria, including organizational excellence, a world-class elite field, equal prize money for male and female runners, extensive medical support system, live television coverage for the race, media facilities, timing mats on the course, a clear sanitized route, and an AIMS certified course to ensure a pleasant running experience for all participants.
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Statement from Tata Steel senior official
Commenting on the occasion, Chanakya Chaudhary, Vice President, Corporate Services, Tata Steel, said, “At Tata Steel, we have always believed in the power of sports to unite and inspire communities. The Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata, now a prestigious World Athletics Gold Label Race, is not just a race but a celebration of resilience, fitness, and togetherness. This recognition affirms the race’s world-class standards, attracting elite athletes and showcasing Kolkata on the global stage. It is an honour to witness the city embrace this event year after year, and we are committed to making this edition even more memorable by encouraging participation from across all segments of society.”
Event growth and performance highlights
Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata has redefined the health, fitness, inclusion, sustainability and giving paradigm in West Bengal.
In a short span of eight years, running has been firmly rooted as the fastest-growing sport in the region.
There has been a steady increase in participation across the timed categories and an over 270% increase in women’s participation.
Moreover, with a carefully curated flat course and favourable weather, Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata has some of the fastest timings in the world.
At the 2023 edition, Daniel Simiu Ebenyo clocked 1hr:11mins:13secs, to break the men’s stand-alone World’s Best time ever in the 25 km distance.
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Continued support from associate sponsor
The associate sponsor IDFC FIRST Bank continues its partnership in the third year of the association.
Naarayan TV, CMO, IDFC FIRST Bank said,” IDFC FIRST Bank is thrilled to be the exclusive Associate Partner of the Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata, one of India’s premier races. We are honoured to back this significant event that brings together thousands of runners, athletes, and enthusiasts.”
