Upcoming Event

Akkalkot 10K Bhakti Run – Season 1

Aarogya te Aadhyatma (आरोग्य ते अध्यात्म)

A Bhakti Run connecting fitness with spirituality through 3 KM, 5 KM, and 10 KM race categories in Akkalkot.

Date: Sunday, 26 July 2026
Time: 5:30 AM onwards

Challenger Sports Foundation, Solapur

Run Solapur with purpose, discipline, and national pride.

Name: Challenger Sports Foundation Run Solapur
Location: Solapur

A single event story for the foundation building Solapur's running culture through patriotic endurance initiatives, workshops, health camps, and community participation.

Established on 15 August 2022 through a historic 75 km run, Challenger Sports Foundation continues to grow its annual freedom-number running initiative by one kilometer every year.

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Established: 15 August 2022
Origin Run: 75 km
World Record Tribute: 76 km
City: Solapur

Challenger Sports Foundation social media video preview for Run Solapur

Challenger Video

Freedom Route

75 → 76

Watch the foundation’s shared running story and follow the energy of Solapur’s growing endurance community.

Foundation Introduction

A sports foundation built from a national tribute.

Challenger Sports Foundation

Promoting health, discipline, fitness and endurance sports through organized running culture in Solapur.

Challenger Sports Foundation was established on 15 August 2022 in Solapur by completing a historic 75 km run as a tribute to the nation.

This initiative has been continued every year, increasing the distance by 1 km annually. Over the past two years, running events have been organized across various distance categories.

The foundation regularly conducts competitions, fitness initiatives, workshops, and health camps to promote a culture of health and sports in society.

Flagship Timeline

The annual freedom-number running initiative.

Major activities are organized chronologically so sponsors, runners, media, and civic partners can understand the foundation’s progression quickly.

2022

15 August 2022

75 KM Running Initiative

Challenger Sports Foundation was established in Solapur by completing a historic 75 km run as a tribute to the nation.

2023

15 August 2023

76 KM World Record Tribute

A unique world record was created by completing a 76 km run, matching India’s years of independence and honoring the nation through fitness and consistency.

2024

15 August 2024

77 KM Running Initiative

Competitions were conducted across multiple distance categories, with total prize distribution of Rs. 2,00,000.

2025

15 August 2025

78 KM Running Initiative

The annual distance progression continued, carrying forward the foundation’s Run for Nation spirit in Solapur.

2026

15 September 2026

Running & Diet Workshop

A running and diet workshop is listed for Gangamai Hospital, Ramwadi, Solapur, with runner participation, certificates, and meal arrangements.

World Record

Kilometer tribute run

76 km for India’s 76 years of independence.

On 15 August 2023, a unique world record was created by completing a 76 km run. The distance matched India’s years of independence (76), making it a special tribute.

This initiative was recognized as a running group honoring the nation by following the independence number, while promoting patriotism, fitness, and consistency.

Leadership & Recognition

Experienced runners guiding a growing running community.

Atish R. Shaha

President

Ultra runner, fitness trainer, and marathon coach who has completed a 100 km race.

Chandrashekhar Gaikwad

Secretary

Teammate of Atish R. Shaha and a 100 km event participant.

10 years of consistent running

Both have been consistently running for the past 10 years and are actively working to guide runners and promote fitness.

Participation of IPS & IAS Officers

Over the past two years, Solapur Police Commissioner M. Rajkumar and Additional District Collector Monika Singh also registered and participated in the event, experiencing the run themselves. Their participation added motivation and encouragement to the initiative.

Safety & Regulations

A disciplined event ecosystem for runner confidence.

The event is conducted as per standard guidelines and safety protocols, with practical support systems planned around runner safety and smooth race completion.

Standard guidelines and safety protocols

Proper warm-up sessions

Hydration support

Physio assistance

Ambulance services

Fire safety arrangements

Traffic management

On-time prize distribution after race completion

Other Initiatives

More than a race: a continuing health and awareness platform.

Patriotic running initiatives

Running and fitness workshops

Health camps

Run the Number of Freedom reporting to the Prime Minister, Chief Minister, and Sports Minister

Guidance and felicitation programs for runners in Solapur

Informative articles related to running, fitness, and health published every Sunday through newspapers

Social Activity

Watch the foundation’s running activity across social media.

A compact media section gives visitors a quicker feel for the foundation’s real-world activity, while keeping Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook easy to open.

Foundation activity video

Watch a shared video from Challenger Sports Foundation and explore the running energy behind the initiative.

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Instagram

Running updates and event moments

Follow the foundation’s Instagram account for activity updates, event visuals, and community moments.

Facebook

Community reach and public updates

View Facebook updates connected to the foundation’s running, fitness, and awareness initiatives.

Need event support?

Contact or WhatsApp the foundation at +91 91758 28203.

Why Marathon, Why Solapur

A growing endurance movement with a strong city advantage.

Health Awareness

To create awareness about health and fitness and build a movement for a healthy lifestyle in society.

Common Platform

To bring together students, officers, semi-government employees, police personnel, traders, entrepreneurs, and citizens on a common platform.

Community Unity

To unite different sections of society and promote unity, collaboration, and a positive community environment.

Marathon trend in India

The marathon running trend in India is growing rapidly.
Increasing fitness awareness, expanding running communities, and strong corporate and government support have boosted participation.
Events are no longer limited to metro cities; tier-2 cities such as Solapur, Vadodara, and Indore are also hosting large races.
Multiple categories including 5K, 10K, half marathon, full marathon, and ultra runs attract runners of all age groups.
Marathons are now used to promote health, social causes, and sports tourism.
Improved race management, sponsorships, and prize money are strengthening the ecosystem.

Solapur supportive environment

Strong connectivity through air, rail, and well-developed roads

Wide and well-maintained city roads suitable for marathon events

Ample lodging and hotel facilities for participants

Support from Municipal Corporation and Police Commissionerate

Potential for major sponsors and attractive prize structure

Capacity for large-scale participation

Good visibility and value return for participating brands and sponsors

Objectives

Clear goals for event standards, youth guidance, and community participation.

To organize at least two quality running events every year.

To obtain global AIMS certification and raise event standards.

To establish Solapur as a recognized “Marathon City.”

To conduct regular health camps and running workshops to promote fitness awareness.

To organize a “Stadium Run” at the upcoming sports complex in Solapur.

To guide youth preparing for police and army recruitment and provide free nutritious protein support.

To bring society together through sports and community participation.

To keep the spirit of patriotism alive through the “Run for Nation” initiative.

Event Gallery

Moments of Glory

Witness the energy, discipline, and patriotism of Solapur's endurance community. A glimpse into our historic runs.

Sponsor Benefits

Brand value with community goodwill and civic visibility.

A premium sponsor section built for businesses, civic partners, and media stakeholders evaluating the value of supporting a running event in Solapur.

Discuss Sponsorship +91 91758 28203 +91 73505 13197

Large-scale brand visibility and promotion

Direct reach to thousands of runners and spectators

Extensive social media and media coverage

Builds a healthy and positive brand image

Strong community engagement and goodwill

Branding opportunities on banners, T-shirts, bibs, and the finish line

Opportunity to generate new customers and leads

Supports CSR initiatives and social responsibility goals

Networking with government officials and corporate leaders

Long-term brand recognition and trust building

Run Solapur

Run Solapur with purpose, discipline, and national pride.

A single event story for the foundation building Solapur's running culture through patriotic endurance initiatives, workshops, health camps, and community participation.

Established on 15 August 2022 through a historic 75 km run, Challenger Sports Foundation continues to grow its annual freedom-number running initiative by one kilometer every year.

Established

15 August 2022

Origin Run

75 km

World Record Tribute

76 km

City

Solapur

76 km for India’s 76 years of independence.

On 15 August 2023, a unique world record was created by completing a 76 km run. The distance matched India’s years of independence (76), making it a special tribute.

This initiative was recognized as a running group honoring the nation by following the independence number, while promoting patriotism, fitness, and consistency.