Kolkata: After a successful inaugural edition, this December, India will witness Kolkata’s spirit and unity like never before. The online and on ground registrations for ‘Tata Steel Kolkata (TSK) 25K’ scheduled for 20th December 2015 have begun. Kolkata’s very own TSK 25K is back in a new avatar and will see participation from some of India’s finest professional athletes, serious runners, health and fitness enthusiasts during the event.

• Registrations open at 5 pm IST on 29th September and close on 4th December, or whenever running places are full, whichever is earlier.
• Entry fee for the 25K, Open 10K, and Ananda Run will be Rs. 650, Rs 550 and Rs 300 respectively.
• Entry fee for Senior Citizen’s run and Champions with Disability will be Rs 200

Race categories include the 25K run (Elite and Amateurs), Open 10K Run (Amateurs), Ananda Run (6 km), Senior Citizens’ Run (4 km), and Champions with Disability (4 km), giving an equal opportunity to all individuals to participate, encouraging an active sporting lifestyle. The feature race 25K and Open 10K Run are compulsorily timed race categories.

In addition to the prize money of Rs. 22,80,000, this year, running together can bring you even more joy with TSK 25K announcing awards for highest participation in the following categories, i.e. Social/ Sporting Club, Group (excl. social/ sporting club) and Group with the highest number of 25K/10K finishers, minimum being 15 numbers.

At the launch of the second edition, T V Narendran, Managing Director, Tata Steel India & SEA, said, "For Tata Steel, TSK 25K is a great way to engage with the community, a great way to encourage health and fitness among the community. It is also a great way for people to run for a cause. This year, we all have an opportunity to run for fun, for fitness, and also for a cause".

India’s premier 25K has galvanized the crème de la crème of the cultural capital of the country including the art community, Tollywood, sports icons, government authorities, sports federations, among others.

On this occasion, Debasish Kumar, MMIC, Sports, Parks & Garden, Advertisement & Parking, Kolkata Municipal Corporation, said, “We foresee Tata Steel Kolkata 25K as being part of the annual calendar of events that the city can look forward to. With the launch of 2nd edition, we are sure that more citizens will take to the streets and take up a cause dear to them that will help them rally to the finish line.”


Ajit Agarkar, Formar Indian Cricketer said, "Running has always been one of my strengths. The cricket pitch demands for a lot of agility and as bowlers, we need to stay on our toes. With the regular training that I engage in, I've developed a knack for running and owing to this, I feel that the 25K run will be easier for those who train regularly."

Speaking at the event, Debyendu Barua, Chess Grandmaster, said “Chess requires undivided attention and focus. As a chess player, I need to be mentally fit at all times and so I make sure I train my mind and condition it to play situations. Physical fitness is essential for chess players and that's why I think the 25K will be a great opportunity for everyone."

P.K. Banerjee, Olympian & Former Indian Football Captain, stated, “Running is at the core of most sports, this is especially true for football, so if one wants to be a good sports person, the chances are that running will be a part of their training. It is great to see an event that encourages people to look at running not only as a sport but as a way to keep healthy and for general well-being. “

Prasun Mukherjee, Retired IPS, President of West Bengal Athletic Association, shared his views saying “ Encouraging people to lead a healthy life and to run is a great thing, what makes the TSK 25K an even better event is that it supports philanthropic causes as well, helping people become better citizens and give back to society.”

Growing in stature and goodwill amongst corporate India as much as with the running community, TSK 25K is pleased to announce a line-up of new sponsors with 6 new brand associations: Cigna TTK - Health insurance partner; Jabong.com – Retail partner; Volini – Recovery Partner; PUMA – Sportswear partner; DHL – Logistics partner; and United Way Kolkata as the Philanthropy partner.