KOLKATA: Tata Steel Kolkata 25K 2022 organiser Procam International on Wednesday announced India’s first individual Olympic Gold medallist Abhinav Bindra as event ambassador for the seventh edition of the $100,000 prize fund World Athletics Elite Label Road Race.
The shooter replaces former grand slam tennis champion Mary Pierce who is indisposed.
An entrepreneur and philanthropist now, the much-decorated Bindra always emphasises that success is not about one day, but the effort put in every day to make the journey count.
Bindra said: “The Tata Steel Kolkata 25K has motivated people of all age groups to embrace a healthy lifestyle. The spirit of the event energises runners and instils faith in them. I’m excited to be a part of this event and look forward to seeing thousands of runners participate. Let’s make it memorable #NotunJoshNotunRun.”
Vivek Singh, Jt MD, Procam International, said: “We are delighted to have as Event Ambassador Abhinav Bindra, one of the greatest Olympians India has produced. His dedication and commitment to sport even today resonates with the very fabric of the Tata Steel Kolkata 25K.”
On-the-spot registrations will be available for the 25K, Ananda Run (4.5K) and Champions with Disability during the Mirchi Get Active Expo at Khudiram Anushilan Kendra, Sahid Khudiram Bose Rd, BBD Bagh (next to Netaji Subhash Chandra Stadium).
With the International Film Festival India being inaugurated at the Netaji Indoor Stadium on Thursday, due to security concerns the Kolkata Police has directed that the Mirchi Get Active Expo be open only on Friday, 16th December (9:00 am to 9:00 pm) and Saturday, 17th December (9:00 am to 7:00 pm).
The race will be telecast live by Sony Ten 1, Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Liv on December 18 from 6:00 am to 10:00 am.
