Kolkata, 16 December 2025:
As race week begins for the landmark 10th edition of the Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata, the city witnessed the powerful coming together of corporates, individuals, runners, and civil society to drive change beyond the finish line. With the support of 43 NGOs, 26+ individual fundraisers, and 10 corporates, the event has raised ₹32.12 lakh so far—funds that will be channelled into 12+ social causes spanning healthcare, education, gender equity, disability inclusion, water and sanitation, and youth empowerment. Fundraising for this edition will continue until 3 January 2026.
Anchored by Impact360 Foundation, the official Philanthropy Partner, the charity platform offers a cause-neutral, UN SDG–aligned ecosystem that enables individuals, young philanthropists, and corporates to participate in sustained social impact, while empowering NGOs to scale outcomes.
Since 2014, the platform has enabled 75+ NGOs across Eastern and North-Eastern India to raise ₹4.70+ crore, positively impacting millions. Over a decade, the race has evolved into a movement—transforming routine into ritual and etching Kolkata firmly on the global distance-running map.
Leadership Speak
Debashish Ray Choudhari, CEO, Impact360 Foundation, said,
“As TSW25K marks a decade of difference, we are humbled by the extraordinary support from corporates, NGOs, runners’ clubs, and individual donors. Together, we have surpassed recent contribution milestones—reflecting the collective passion that fuels this movement for meaningful social change.”
Vivek Singh, Joint Managing Director, Procam International, added,
“The Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata exemplifies how distance running and philanthropy can together create lasting societal impact. The consistent support of the community continues to inspire action for the larger good.”
Voices from the Ground
At the press meet on 16 December 2025, leading fundraisers and changemakers—NGO leaders, corporate partners, individuals, and young leaders—shared their journeys, underscoring the power of collective action.
Ganga Basu, beneficiary at Paripurnata, shared her journey of recovery and independence, while Sarah Tabish, the youngest fundraiser and a state-level basketball player, highlighted the urgent need for long-term counselling and rehabilitation for survivors of child sexual abuse, supported through this initiative.
Champions of Philanthropy
NGOs supported include: Tata Medical Centre, Dakshini Prayash, Concern India Foundation, Blue Star Foundation, Human Development Centre, Impact360 Foundation, Kolkata Sanved, Paripurnata, LittleBigHelp, Rescue & Relief Foundation, ABK Memorable Trust, and New Light—addressing causes from cancer care and education to anti-trafficking, disability inclusion, and women’s empowerment.
Corporate contributors include: Salarpuria Properties, TITAN, Blue Star Limited, DCB Bank, mjunction, Gainwell, Tata Steel Downstream Products Limited, TIL Tractors, and Eveready—each aligning with specific social missions.
Individual & young leaders such as Jhelum Sarkar, Adv. Sidhant Ghosh, Hiya Chatterjee, Mohammad Lutful Kabir, and Sarah Tabish exemplify citizen-led philanthropy at scale.
Race Day
The 10th edition of the Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata will be flagged off from Red Road on Sunday, 21 December 2025, celebrating sport with purpose and a decade-long legacy of impact.
