Vodafone to organize CYCLING MARATHON 2015 in Bengaluru

Vodafone has announced the second edition of Bengaluru’s biggest cycling extravaganza - VODAFONE CYCLING MARATHON 2015.

With the grand success of its maiden edition in 2014, the VODAFONE CYCLING MARATHON 2015 will further endeavor to encourage the spirit of cycling for passion, fun and greener environment in the city across all age groups. The event will serve as an ideal platform for people to pedal their way to well-being and healthy living.

The second edition of VODAFONE CYCLING MARATHON will be held on 1st March, 2015 and is expected to see more than 8,000 Cyclists including 150 elite licensed cyclists of CFI from across India. The event is recognized by Cycling Federation of India (CFI) .The event will also be acknowledged in the National & International Calendar of cycling events.

Suresh Kumar, Operation Director – South, Vodafone India said, “As a responsible corporate, we’ve championed several projects and initiatives that have helped improve lives and created a positive impact in the community. VODAFONE CYCLING MARATHON 2015 is a continuous effort to promote the cycling culture in the city and at the same time help the community to lead a healthy life in a greener environment.”

India Cares will be the Philanthropy partner for VODAFONE CYCLING MARATHON 2015 and a significant portion of the funds raised will be used to support a variety of social causes in the areas of Education, Empowerment and Environment.

VODAFONE CYCLING MARATHON 2015 will allow applicants to choose from across 4 different categories like Champion Race – 60 km; Passion Race – 40 km; Green Ride – 20 km and Fashion Ride – 5 km. There will also be a fun-filled Kids Ride for children below 5 years. The total prize money for the Champion Race will be INR 10 lakhs with the winner getting INR 2.5 lakhs, the first runner up INR 1.75 lakhs, the second runner up INR 1.25 lakhs, and the third runner up INR 1.00 lakh.  The remaining amount of INR 3.5 lakhs will be divided among 20 consolation winners.

For the Passion Race, the cash prize worth INR 2 lakhs will be divided among top 5 finishers and the participants in all the 4 categories will be given E-Certificates of merit as well as medals