Vijay Run 2024 (2nd Edition)

VIJAY RUN an initiative by: Shakti Singh Hada (Ex-Army, Ultra Runner, Founder of Fit India Gym, Kota) to celebrate Vijay Diwas.

Shakti Singh Hada recently completed one of the toughest ultra-runs, covering 246.75 km from Athens to Sparta (Greece) in 35 hours and 8 minutes!

What is Vijay Run? 

Vijay Diwas, celebrated on 16th December each year, honors the victory of the Indian Armed Forces over Pakistan in the 1971 war, which led to the creation of Bangladesh. The Vijay Run is an event dedicated to celebrating the heroism, courage, and sacrifice of our brave soldiers, while also inspiring the younger generation with values of patriotism and pride in the Indian Armed Forces.

Join us in commemorating this historic victory and honoring our Indian Army.

Race Categories:

10 KMS (WARRIOR-TIME RUN) @ 1000

Includes: T-Shirt, Vijay Medal, E-Certificate, Refreshments

5 KMS (VICTORY RUN) @ ₹600

Includes: T-Shirt, Vijay Medal, E-Certificate, Refreshments

10 KMS (VIRTUAL RUN) @ 600

Includes: T-Shirt, Vijay Medal, E-Certificate

Race Timings & Minimum Age:

10K: Starts at 6:00 AM | Cut-off time: 2 hours | Minimum age: 18 years

5K: Starts at 6:15 AM | Cut-off time: 1 hour | No age bar

All participants are required to arrive 30 minutes before the race start time.

Race Course & Stations:

The race will start and finish at Shree Ummed Club, Kota. There will be ample water stations and medical support along the course to ensure participants stay hydrated and safe.

Date & Venue:

Date: 22nd December 2024 (Sunday)

Time: 6:00 AM

Venue: Shree Ummed Club, Nayapura, Kota

Award Categories:

10K (Male):

1st: 11,000

2nd: 5,100

3rd: 3,100

10K (Female):

1st: 11,000

2nd: 5,100

3rd: 3,100

Contact Information:

For more details and to volunteer, please contact:+91 88266 06304, +91 97846 11192

Let’s come together to celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of our soldiers!

Shakti Singh Hada's Running Achievements:

1. 246.75 km Race from Athens to Sparta, Greece: Completed in 35 hours and 8 minutes—one of the most challenging ultra runs!
2. TuffMan 24-Hour Stadium Run (Chandigarh, 2024): Secured 2nd position with a distance of 197 km.
3. Border Race (Jaisalmer to Longewala Border, 2023): Completed 161 km in 18 hours and 17 minutes, achieving 4th rank.
4. Independence Day Nonstop Stadium Run (2023): Covered 131 km.
5. Tuff Man Race Stadium Run (Chandigarh, 2023): Distance of 204 km completed in 24 hours, securing 3rd rank.
6. Backyard Ultra World Championship (Gurugram, 2022): Completed 134 km in 22 hours, achieving 3rd rank.
7. Tuff Man Race Stadium Run (Chandigarh, 2022): Covered 187 km in 24 hours, finishing in 4th rank.
8. India Book of Records: Non-stop 26-hour run with the National Flag on 26th January in Kota, Rajasthan—total distance of 201 km.
9. Backyard Ultra Run (Jaipur, 2021): Covered 174 km in 26 hours, achieving 2nd rank.
10. Hell Race Trail Run (Solang Valley, 2021): Distance of 90 km completed in 29 hours (DNF).
11. Bengaluru Stadium Run (2021): Covered 100 km in 10 hours, achieving 8th rank.
12. Chambal Challenge (Kota, 2020): Completed 84 km in 9 hours and 46 minutes, securing 5th rank.
13. The Border Race (Jaisalmer, 2019): Completed 100 km in 12 hours, achieving 2nd rank.
14. La Ultra Ladakh (2019): Covered 111 km in 19 hours, finishing in 10th rank.
15. Garhwal Ultra Run (Dehradun, 2019): Completed 74 km in 9 hours and 54 minutes, securing 19th rank.
16. Chambal Challenge (Kota, 2019): Covered 50 km in 5 hours and 14 minutes, finishing in 3rd rank.
17. Chambal Challenge (Kota, 2018): Completed 63 km in 7 hours and 50 minutes, achieving 4th rank.