The 2009 AIRTEL Kolkata Marathon will be held on 22nd February. Over 20,000 participants will be taking part making it the largest Marathon in eastern India.

Like previous years there will be 3 races i.e. Men’s Marathon (42.195 km), Woman’s Run (10.50 km) and the SAIL Celebrity Run (4.20 km)

The total prize money for the 2009 edition is Rs 11.01 lacs with the winners of the men’s marathon taking home Rs. 3.20 lacs. The winners of the women’s run will take home Rs. 1.10 lacs. The prize money given to an Indian athlete for the Kolkata Marathon is the highest compared to any marathon held across India.

The SAIL Celebrity Run will see top celebrities from the field of entertainment, arts and sports running for their city.

When the SAIL Celebrity Run is over “Bhoomi” one of Kolkata’s leading Bangla bands will be performing on Red Road.

Timing of races

Men’s Marathon (42.195 km) – 07:00 am
Women’s Run (10.50 km) – 07:10 am
SAIL Celebrity Run (4.20 km) – 7:30 am