Over 3,000 participants expected for the city’s largest-ever cycling festival celebrating fitness, sustainability, and community spirit
Kolkata: The City of Joy is all set to pedal towards a fitter, greener, and more connected future as Coal India presents Kolkata Cyclothon 2025, organized by the Loha Foundation, Sports Authority of India (SAI), and the Fit India Movement. Registrations for the citywide cycling movement, themed “Ride for Change, Ride for Kolkata,” have officially opened.
Scheduled for Sunday, November 9, 2025, the event is expected to attract over 3,000 participants — including cyclists, families, students, and professionals — transforming Kolkata’s streets into a vibrant carnival of wheels. The mega event will feature a total prize pool of ₹5.5 lakh along with exclusive gift hampers via lucky draw winners.
The Kolkata Cyclothon 2025 is more than a race; it is a nationwide movement promoting fitness, sustainable mobility, and community wellness. For participants without a cycle, the 5 KM Fun Run offers a chance to join in the celebration.
Aligned with initiatives such as Fit India Sundays on Cycle and Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), the event aims to position Kolkata among India’s leading cycling-friendly cities.
“‘स्वस्थ व्यक्ति, स्वस्थ परिवार, स्वस्थ समाज’ — this is the path to a stronger India, as highlighted by the Prime Minister during the launch of Fit India. While Fit India builds daily habits and ‘Sundays on Cycle’ makes them weekly, the Kolkata Cyclothon invites every citizen to ride or run toward a fit, healthy, and joyful city,” said Amar Jyoti, Regional Director, SAI Kolkata.
“Through Kolkata Cyclothon 2025, we want every Kolkatan to experience the power of cycling — for health, for the environment, and for the community. The City of Joy should become a beacon of fitness,” said Krishna Prakash IPS, Honorary Race Director.
“Our goal is to create a fitness extravaganza accessible to everyone, which is why registration fees have been kept at the lowest in India,” added Meher Tiwari, Event Director, Loha Foundation.
“For the last 45 Sundays, Kolkata’s community has turned cycling into a weekly habit. Their energy and consistency inspire the Kolkata Cyclothon,” noted Dongari Lakshman, Assistant Director, SAI RC Kolkata.
Event Details:
- BIB, T-Shirt & Goodie Bag Collection: Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 1 PM – 7 PM
- Race Day: Sunday, November 9, 2025 | Venue: SAI
- Categories:
- 70 KM – Pro Ride (16+ years)
- 50 KM – Endurance Ride (14+ years)
- 25 KM – Amateur Ride (14+ years)
- 10 KM – Fun Ride (10+ years)
- 5 KM – Fun Run
Participant Entitlements:
- Premium Dry Fit T-Shirt
- Finisher Medal & Timing Certificate (timed categories)
- On-course Hydration & Support
- Exclusive Goodie Bag
- Post-Ride Refreshments
Safety Measures: Helmets, front lights, and rear reflectors are mandatory. Medical and technical support will be available along the route.
“We will support the organizers to ensure smooth coordination,” said Kuldip Sonawane, DCP Bidhannagar Police.
Join the Movement:
Citizens are encouraged to participate and use official hashtags: #CycleForKolkata #RideForChange #FITINDIA #SUNDAYSONCYCLE #KolkataCyclothon2025 #RideForKolkata #CycleForChange #CoalIndia #FitKolkata #SustainableMobility #AmarCyclothon
Registration Details:
- Open: October 25 – November 1, 2025 (or until slots are filled)
- Fee: Starting from ₹199 | Early Bird Discount: Use code CIKC50 for 50% off
- Register Online: www.kolkatacyclothon.com
