Vijay Diwas Ultra Marathon Flagged Off By Governor of Maharashtra
Mumbai, 6th December 2024: In commemoration of Vijay Diwas, Indian Army hosted the Vijay Diwas Ultra Marathon to celebrate the memory of the sacrifice by the Armed Forces in the 1971 operation and set the tone for celebration of the iconic Army Day Parade to be held in Pune on 15 January 2025. The event was flagged-off from Shaheed Smarak, Colaba by the Governor of Maharashtra, C. P. Radhakrishnan, in the presence of a distinguished gathering of civil and uniformed dignitaries.
This extraordinary ultra-marathon spans over a distance of 405 Kilometres, coursing through Maharashtra’s heartland including key military cantonments and cities, including Nashik, Ahmednagar and Kolhapur, before concluding in Pune, the host city for Army Day 2025 celebrations. The event’s grand finale in Pune promises to be a moment of collective pride and celebration as the ultra marathon reaches its final destination.
In addition to the professional runners, the Indian Army has extended an open invitation to the serving personnel, veterans, NCC cadets, and citizens of Mumbai to participate in this event. There are many opportunities for the citizens to join relay segments, cheer from the side lines, or engage in local activities as the marathon progresses through their cities. The marathon aims to create a bridge between the Armed Forces and the people by offering everyone an opportunity to pay homage to the sacrifices of the soldiers who laid down their lives in the service of the nation and also honour the valour and dedication of the Armed Forces, while also promoting fitness and resilience among all citizens. The event also marks celebration of camaraderie, endurance and national pride, reinforcing the commitment of the Indian Army to the nation. With events such as motivational workshops, cultural performances, and interactions with veterans at every stop, the Vijay Run embodies a message of unity, resilience, and gratitude for those who safeguard our sovereignty.
The marathon culminates on Vijay Diwas at Pune War Memorial on 16 December 2024 to commemorate emphatic and decisive victory of the Indian Army in the Indo-Pak War.
