Souvik Saha
The Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata, Eastern India’s most celebrated running event, enters its 10th anniversary this year with a landmark achievement — it is now the world’s first World Athletics Gold Label 25K race. Scheduled for Sunday, December 21, 2025, the iconic run will see elite international and Indian athletes alongside thousands of amateur participants racing down Kolkata’s historic Red Road.
Registrations for both the on-ground and virtual editions open tomorrow, Friday, September 12, 2025, at 7 AM on tatasteelworld25k.procam.in. Categories include the 25K, Open 10K, Ananda Run (4.5K), Senior Citizens Run, and Champions with Disability (2.5K), as well as virtual runs across 25K, 10K, and 5K.
⭐ Special 10th Anniversary Highlights
Bhaichung Bhutia (former Indian football captain) and Srabanti Chatterjee (actress) join as event ambassadors.
Medal of Steel for all 25K finishers, crafted from Tata Steel.
25K Debutant Program for first-time runners with a special bib and badge.
Home Run Squad campaign to honour families running together.
Vijay Diwas Trophy featuring the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Official Race Tees by T10 Sports for 25K participants and exclusive finisher tees for top 1000 in the Open 10K.
Red Bull joins as a partner, bringing high-energy support zones.
🎤 Voices from the Launch
D.B. Sundara Ramam, VP – Corporate Services, Tata Steel, said:
“For ten years, the TSW25K has fostered a spirit of fitness and community in Kolkata. This Gold Label recognition is a proud milestone.”
Bhaichung Bhutia added:
“My connection with Kolkata is special, and I urge everyone to come out on December 21 to celebrate this landmark edition.”
Srabanti Chatterjee, Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata Ratna, said:
“The Ananda Run is the perfect way to experience the city’s energy and celebrate fitness in true Kolkata style.”
Vivek Singh, Joint MD, Procam International, noted:
“This 10th edition is more than a race — it’s a movement that belongs to the people of Kolkata and inspires the world.”
🏃 Growth of Running in India
Over the past decade, running has emerged as the fastest-growing sport in India, with a 40% increase in running clubs and 23% more women runners taking part in distance running. The Tata Steel World 25K has been at the forefront of this cultural shift, weaving Kolkata’s heritage with the joy of fitness.
🤝 Partners
The race is supported by the Government of West Bengal, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, SAI, AFI, Kolkata Police, and the Indian Army Eastern Command. Key partners include:
Title Sponsor: Tata Steel
Associate Sponsor: IDFC FIRST Bank
Sportswear Partner: T10 Sports
Energy Partners: FAST&UP & Red Bull
Medical Partner: Fortis
Telecast Partner: Sony Sports 1
Hospitality Partner: The LaLiT Great Eastern
Print Partner:
The Telegraph
Music & Entertainment Partner: 98.3 Mirchi
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