Bengaluru, Nov 14, 2017: Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor today raised the curtain on the much-awaited 11th edition of the only midnight marathon in India, the ‘Bengaluru Midnight Marathon 2017’ (BMM) which stands testament to the undying spirit of Bengaluru. The race is scheduled on December 16-17, 2017 at the Karnataka Trade Promotion Organization (KTPO) venue in Whitefield.
The immensely talented and popular –
Zaira Wasim, Debutant in ‘Dangal’, the ‘Secret Superstar’ has been announced as the Youth Ambassador for the 11th edition of BMM 2017. In the Press Meet, held to announce the event, Zaira unveiled the theme for this year “Run to
BEneFIT’”. The funds raised from BMM will be used for the
infrastructure development, education and hygiene of 7 government
schools, impacting more than 4000 students. On the lines of Swachh
Bharat, RBITC is also involved in Village development,
ensuring 4 Villages are 100% toilet compliant.
The online registration for the individual events of BMM 2017 is open and participants can register online by logging onto
http://www.midnightmarathon.in
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Registration for 10k Run, Half & Full Marathon will remain open till 11:59 pm on 10 Dec, 2017
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Online Registrations for 5k IT City Fun Run close at Midnight on December 15, 2017. Registrations for the 5k Run can also be done at the EXPO (From 14-15 Dec. 2017) directly
and at KTPO on Dec 16, 2017 until 4pm only.
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On the spot registrations for 5k IT City Fun Run will remain open from 9am to 4pm ONLY on Race Day i.e. December 16, 2017 at KTPO, Whitefield.
Livebands, food stalls and a flea market
selling curio items from across the country will entertain visitors and
runners alike through the night.
The
key partners associated with the BMM 2017 include, Manipal ProLearn as
the Associate Sponsor, Airbus as the ‘Corporate Relay Sponsor’,
JBL as ‘Sound Partner’, Bisleri as ‘Hydration Partner’, SMOOR as the
‘True Chocolates Partner’, Mfine as the ‘Digital Health Partner’, HPCL
as the ‘Community Relay Sponsor’, Gatorade as ‘Sports Drink Partner
Bengaluru Midnight
Marathon is a Member of Association of International Marathons and
Distance Races (AIMS-IAAF). AIMS is a member based
organization of more than 380 of the world’s leading distance races,
from over 100 countries & territories and they work with IAAF on all
matters relating to international races. The IAAF acts as a world
governing authority for a competition programme, for
standardised technical equipment and for a list of official world
records. The AIMS- IAAF certification has put BMM on the global map of
internationally recognized marathons.
Shri Sanjay Swamy, President, Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor, 2017-2018 said “We
at Rotary believe in supporting causes very close to our hearts and
support projects for the betterment of our living spaces and society.
The funds that are raised through BMM 2017 would be used to to expand
the scope of charity projects to promote a better
living and cleaner environment.” He also highlighted the various
charity projects that the Trust had fulfilled over the last year as well
as the upcoming future projects. In the last eleven years of its
existence, Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor has engaged in
various social initiatives and community Service Projects in and around
Bengaluru. Bengaluru Midnight
Marathon is being organised to reach out to the communities, encourage
people’s participation and inculcate spirit of healthy lifestyle among
them.
Speaking about her association with BMM 2017,
Zaira Wasim said, “I am thrilled and happy to be a part of Bengaluru Midnight
Marathon. For the past ten years it has been providing a platform for
the runners and promoting healthy lifestyle. Through the ‘‘Run to BEneFIT’’ theme,
Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor is urging Bengalurians to promote health. I
wish them good luck and sincerely believe that the Bengaluru Midnight Marathon will grow as one the most acclaimed Marathons worldwide.”
Gul Mohamed Akbar, Race Director
who is associated with
BMM for the past 7 years said, “With current lifestyle, stress,
strains and pressures, many are unable to cope with their hectic
schedules at work and the responsibilities at home. Added to that is the
rat race for careers and insecurities at the work place.
To survive this battle, stamina is a key ingredient and the value of
good health is of utmost importance. Therefore it is vital that you
invest in your wellness. Running is the simplest and most convenient
method to build stamina, improve health and celebrate
life.”
BMM 2017 Events and Schedule on Race Day:
Date
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Event
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Distance
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Time
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Dec 16, 2017
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Community Relay
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5x1 km each
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06:00 PM
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Dec 16, 2017
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5k IT City Fun Run
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5 kms
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07:30 PM
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Dec 16, 2017
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AIRBUS Corporate Relay
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8 Runners x 5 kms
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09:45 PM
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Dec 16, 2017
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Open 10K Run
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10 kms
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10:00 pm
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Dec16/17 , 2017
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Full Marathon
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42.195 kms
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12:00 midnight
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Dec 17, 2017
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Half Marathon
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21.0975 kms
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12.15 am
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