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Set against the charm of Kolkata’s evolving green landscapes and its timeless spirit, the marathon echoed the event’s core philosophy — “Run for a Greener India.” The city’s rich legacy of community participation, coupled with its growing focus on wellness and environmental responsibility, made the morning truly special.
Over 5,000+ participants — including avid runners, students, families, running clubs, and spirited contingents from the Indian Army and Defence Forces — came together with one shared purpose: to run not just for personal goals, but for a cleaner, healthier tomorrow.
The marathon was proudly flagged off by respected dignitaries – Niraj Kumar Panda – Chief General Manager – Kolkata Circle, Rajesh Kumar – General Manager – Network 1, Sanatan Mishra – General Manager – Network 2, Teekam Singh Gehlot – General Manager – Network 3, Sunil Kumar Singh – MD & CEO SBI DFHI Ltd, Surya Narayan Panigrahi – General Manager – DA, Shri Bikram Tripathy – General Manager – ACVO, Biresh Kumar – General Manager – GMU, Maheshwar Narain Prasad – General Manager – SAMRO, Manoranjan Panda – General Manager – CCGRO East, Debashish Mitra – General Manager – CAO, Rajeev Ratna Srivastava – General Manager, SBIL – reaffirming the Bank’s mission to inspire communities across the nation to embrace sustainability and well-being.
Staying committed to its green-first approach, the SBI Green Marathon ensured an eco-conscious race experience from start to finish:
– Organic T-shirts, plantable bibs, and reusable cloth goodie bags encouraged runners to adopt low-waste practices.
– Black alkaline water, a unique hydration initiative, supported endurance and post-run recovery.
– Waste Management Partner Skrap led waste segregation, recycling, and responsible disposal–with a comprehensive sustainability report to follow.
The morning’s energy was taken to the next level by Mirchi RJ Neel & RJ Mohar, whose engaging commentary, fun interactions, and unbeatable crowd connection kept motivation high from start to finish.
From the 5K to the 10K to the half marathon, the AIMS-certified runs brought Kolkata’s diverse running community together — defence forces, marathoners, fitness groups, students, and first-time runners — all moving in harmony toward one powerful mission: a greener India.
The routes around New Town offered a unique blend of wide stretches, fresh morning air, and the city’s signature blend of nature and modernity — perfectly capturing Kolkata’s balance between progress and sustainability.
With every stride, Kolkata showcased its commitment to environmental awareness, holistic fitness, and community-driven action. From the inspiring flag-off to the eco-friendly post-run celebrations, the city marked yet another proud milestone in the marathon’s 17-city journey.
As the SBI Green Marathon Season 6 moves ahead to its next destination, Kolkata stands tall — reminding us that every step, every run, and every heartbeat counts for a Greener India.-ANI
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