The Tata Mumbai Marathon, since its inception in 2004, has heralded a change that redefined the sporting landscape in India.
This movement has unleased the power of participative sport and has personified the pulse of Mumbai – a pulse that brings us together, no matter what the circumstances…#HarDilMumbai.
The landmark 20th edition of the Tata Mumbai Marathon is scheduled to take place on Sunday, January 19th 2025 and will be flagged off from the iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus.
“I still remember the moment 20 years ago when Tata Mumbai Marathon started, and while the beginning was shaky, thanks to the love and support shown by the people of Mumbai, the government, and other stakeholders, it has now come a long way to become the festival of Mumbai, a truly endearing and resilient symbol that captures the vibrant spirit of our city. Thus, even in 2008, when massive terror attacks stuck the city, it was this ethos of “Never Back Down” that triumphed in the end. Lacs of people from all backgrounds and walks of life came down to cheer the runners, a true ocean of humanity, standing united to celebrate sports, irrespective of religion, race, age, gender, and creed,” Chhagan Bhujbal, Hon’ble Minister, Food & Civil Supplies, Government of Maharashtra, said.
The success of the Tata Mumbai Marathon didn’t happen in a vacuum; credit must go to the people of Mumbai, innumerable sponsors, and other key stakeholders, including MCGM and Mumbai Police, for truly making this marathon phenomenal and iconic. And the transformative impact accrued from it can’t be ignored, with hundreds of crores raised for countless charities.”
The Tata Mumbai Marathon has paved the way for a holistic approach to sports in India.
From year one, it has instilled the importance of an active lifestyle and led to the popularity of the sport.
Today, running is the fastest-growing participative sport in the country with 700 running events and 700+ run clubs.
Over the years, the event has empowered women’s participation with 30% of the total participants being women. Moreover, its inherent inclusive nature provided a centre stage for senior citizens and persons with disabilities to join the sport.
This World Athletics Gold Label Race provided Indian athletes an opportunity to compete with the best in the world and win laurels for India.
Besides sport, the platform has been a silver lining for the social sector.
Additionally, it has led to the development of a thriving ecosystem around the sport contributing to the socio-economic health and environmental sustainability of Maharashtra.