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It s very hard at the beginning to understand that the whole idea is not to beat the other runners. Eventually, you learn that the competition is against the little voice inside you that wants you to quit. GEORGE SHEEHAN M.D., AUTHOR The track, to me, was like an open book, in which I could read the meaning and purpose of life. I revered it like I would the sanctum sanctorum in a temple, where the deity resided and before whom I would humbly prostrate myself as a devotee. To keep myself steadfast to my goal, I renounced all pleasures and distractions, to keep myself fit and healthy, and dedicated my life to the ground where I could practice and run. Running had thus become my God, my religion and my beloved, You can achieve anything in life. It just depends on how desperate you are to achieve it. Discipline, hard work, will power... My experience made me so hard that I wasn t even scared of death. MENTOR & INSPIRATION FLYING SIKH Shri Milkha Singh PADMA SHRI I feel extremely proud to be associated with Bengaluru Midnight Marathon. With the distinction of being the only midnight marathon in the country, it is not only providing a platform for the runners but is also creating a sense of social responsibility among the people. With this year s theme Happy Bengaluru, Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor is taking the objective to create a healthy and clean Bengaluru. I wish them all the good luck and hope to see it as one of the most acclaimed marathons in the world. YOUTH ICON Ms Saina Nehwal PADMA BHUSHAN I am pleased to be a part of this unique race which has so many wonderful elements - the spirit of running, good health, feeling of brotherhood and most of all, helping to raise money for the humanitarian projects that Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor runs. I wish them the very best and hope to see it as one of the most celebrated marathons in the world soon. BRAND AMBASSADOR BMM 2016 Ms MC Mary Kom PADMA BHUSHAN
contents A SNAPSHOT The first edition of the Bengaluru Midnight Marathon, (BMM) was on 19th May 2007. The X Edition was held at KTPO, Whitefield on December 10th 2016. The race track was certified by AIMS-IAAF. Acknowledged and marked in the official International Calendar. A SNAPSHOT CAPGEMINI SPEAKS BMM CORE TEAM BMM OVER THE YEARS 2007-2015 BMM PRESS CONFERENCE 2016 Petathon - A Pets Day Out 2016 BMM RACE DAY 2016 THANK YOU SPONSORS BMM IN MEDIA BMM PRIZE WINNERS AND TIMINGS 2016 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT THE TEAM THAT MADE IT HAPPEN RUNNERS HIGH (NOUN) AN ADDICTIVE SIDE EFFECT OF RUNNING, A EUPHORIC STATE OF BLISS THAT MAY BE THE REASON THAT RUNNERS RUN Though Marathon was flagship events, the event also hosts other events like Community Relay, IT CITY Fun Run, Corporate Relay, Open 10K and Women s 10K Run and Half Marathon. BMM 2016 attracted 11,000+ participants, 4,000 strong spectators, 38+ corporates, 30+ communities, 22 nationalities and a bevy of celebrities and prominent personalities Shri Milkha Singh Padma Shri remains our Mentor and inspiration. Ms. Mary Kom was the Brand Ambassador BMM 2016 The event was widely covered by the media with 175+ distinct mentions in print, television and digital media The single largest fund raising activity for Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor (RBITC), District 3190. Supports projects in the areas of Education, Healthcare, Sustainable Development, Citizen Connect and Community Inclusion. BMM has partnered with Codoon, China where over 200,000 participants registered online and ran the Bengaluru Midnight Marathon on the same day! This year the XI edition of the event is scheduled on 16th December, 2017 (Saturday) at KTPO, Whitefield. SEE YOU THERE
SPEAKS RAJENDRA K MISRA CHARTER PRESIDENT Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor s, Bengaluru Midnight Marathon has received tremendous recognition since the beginning. It has the distinction of being one of the first Marathons to be run, starting midnight. We believe that BMM has become an embodiment of everything that stands for hope in each of us, and another reflection of the glorious future that beckons the country. BMM unites communities, encourages healthy lifestyle and fosters peace and sanity in a world which is increasingly becoming intolerant. BMM CORE TEAM VIMAL SHARMA PRESIDENT RBITC 2016-2017 RBITC S X Edition of Bengaluru Midnight Marathon was truly a memorable event with our all our Sponsors, Our Club Members and their respected families, runners and volunteers coming together in making it the most successful event to date. In line with the thoughts of Rotary International, RBITC adopted HAPPY SCHOOLS.. as the theme for the X Edition of the BMM 2016.RBITC has been working with the management of 7 Schools (with over 4,000 students) for interventions at multiple levels in infrastructure, science & computer labs, potable drinking water, upgrading toilet facilities,, library & books, teachers training, conducting classes through volunteers. Funds raised from the Midnight Marathon will be used to expand the scope in these schools. Truly a magical event that touches so many lives and our Club is thankful to all our sponsors and partners who continue to support this great event. At Capgemini, we strongly believe in working towards building a harmonious community experience for everyone. The cause of Bengaluru Midnight Marathon resonates well with our philosophy of giving back. We are proud to be associated with the BMM and contribute towards building a healthier and better society. SRINIVAS KANDULA COUNTRY HEAD - INDIA, CAPGEMINI VIRAF SUTARIA CHAIRMAN BMM 2016 We have completed 10 years of a truly spectacular and unique event, unparalleled anywhere in the world The Bengaluru Midnight Marathon. Over all the years event has been a tremendous success and almost all the sponsors and participants has gone home early in the morning with a tremendous sense of joy and satisfaction. Scores of Companies, particularly from the IT, ITES and BT sectors, participate in large numbers for improving their brand visibility and team building, while effectively demonstrating their corporate social responsibility by associating with the city s issues. Bengaluru Midnight Marathon A tribute to our youth: It is to show that Bangalore cares & appreciates their hard work. The journey continues and the BMM gears up for another exciting year of caring and giving. Block your date, run, volunteer or cheer on December 16, 2017. Your city needs you! GUL MOHAMED AKBAR RACE DIRECTOR As Race Director of our city s oldest organized Marathon, this is our Xth Edition, it is my primary responsibility to provide the runners with a well organized run. By His Grace and the prayers as well as the best wishes of the people we are helping in our community projects, we have succeeded in making this a friendly run where the environment provided facilitates most runners to get their personal best timing. The trust and faith they have in our ability to give them a good run only sets the bar higher for us to take it to the next level the following year. The credit of planning and implementing this with care goes out to RBITC & Team BMM. It is a matter of great pride for us that 2,07,768 participated in our run on the same day all across China and the finishers were given Bengaluru Online Marathon finisher medals. We hope to see you all on 16/12/2017 for the XIth edition.
BMM OVER THE YEARS
BMM OVER THE YEARS
BMM PRESS CONFERENCE Date: 15th November 2016 Location: Smoor, Indranagar, Bengaluru Press: 21 Television: 7 Participants: 150
PETATHON A PETS DAY OUT 4 th dec 2016 Date: 4th December 2016 Location: Rustam Bagh, Behind Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru Pets: 35 Members: 60
RACE DAY 10TH DEC 2016 Date: 10th Dec 2016 Location: KTPO, Whitefield, Bengaluru Participants: 11,000+ Corporates: 38+
THANK YOU SPONSORS The BMM is a look-forward-to feature on our annual events calendar. Our employees are self-motivated to run for the noble cause espoused in the philosophy of the BMM. Airbus is proud to be associated with the event that aligns with our values DR. SRINIVASAN DWARAKANATH PRESIDENT - AIRBUS DIVISION IN INDIA Title Sponsor THANK YOU SPONSORS Co-Sponsored By Connected Technology Partner Healthcare Partner & IT City Fun Run Sponsor HARMAN is proud to have been associated with the Bengaluru Midnight Marathon for the last couple of years. This landmark event not just celebrates the spirit of the city, it also raises funds for important social issues that affect our local communities, including access to quality education, health and sanitation etc. Through supporting initiatives like these, HARMAN hopes to make a positive impact on the communities that we operate in. Half Marathon Sponsor & Ride Partner Open 10k Run Sponsor Women s 10K Run Sponsor Corporate Relay Sponsor Official Radio Partner Marketing Partner PRADEEP CHAUDHRY COUNTRY MANAGER, HARMAN INDIA Hydration Partner Official Sports Drink Partner Security Partner Venue Partner Timing Partner Creative Partner Parking Partner We are thrilled to associate with the Bengaluru Midnight Marathon, an event which has seen tremendous participation from citizens over the years. Given the scale of the event, seamless mobility is of one of the critical elements to its success. We are making available our range of mobility solutions as well as custom solutions for this event. Additionally, we are also encouraging our users to participate in this marathon and making participation fun and engaging K.T.P.O MUDIT SHEKHAWAT SENIOR DIRECTOR MARKETING AT OLA
FULL MARATHON HALF MARATHON MEN WOMEN MEN 1 Phillip Kipkurgat Yieg Ethiopia 2:28:27 Open 2 Rajesh India 2:29:01 2:18:02 3 Santhosh India 2:29:58 1 Rajesh Indian 2:29:01 Indian 2 Santhosh Indian 2:29:58 2:18:02 3 M Jegadheesal Indian 2:32:34 1 Bhagwathi Foreign National 3:48:03 Open 2 Kanchan Indian 4:32:30 2:49:37 3 Deepa Indian 5:10:58 1 Bhagwathi Indian 3:48:03 Indian 2 Kanchan Indian 4:32:30 2:49:37 3 Deepa Indian 5:10:58 1 Patrick Koskey Foreign National 1:06:40 Open 2 Borappa M India 1:07:38 1:05:06 3 Karthik India 1:07:38 1 Borappa M India 1:07:38 Indian 2 Karthik India 1:07:38 1:05:06 3 India CORPORATE RELAY Ranking Name Time Meet Record 1 Capgemini 3:18:13 2 DELL/EMC 3:31:23 3 Tech Mahindra 3:37:52 RUNGRY (ADJECTIVE) THE HUNGER YOU FEEL AFTER A LONG RUN AND A BANANA JUST WON T CUT IT 2:07:26 HALF MARATHON OPEN 10K WOMEN MEN WOMEN 1 Brigid Jerono Foreign National 1:29:37 Open 2 Divya India 1:48:14 1:14:19 3 Gurmeet India 1:49:14 1 Divya India 1:48:14 Indian 2 Gurmeet India 1:49:14 1:14:19 3 India 1 Binyam Getu Mengiste Foreign National 0:32:20 Open 2 Yogendra India 0:32:21 0:28:53 3 Palisetti India 0:32:32 1 Yogendra India 0:32:21 Indian 2 Palisetti India 0:32:32 0:28:53 3 1 Kiranjit India 0:41:22 Open 2 Virginia Njri Maigua Foreign National 0:43:08 0:34:38 3 Divya T India 0:43:28 1 Kiranjit India 0:41:22 Indian 2 Divya T India 0:43:28 0:34:38 3 India BMM WINNERS CARB LOADING (NOUN) AN EXCUSE TO EAT ALL THE PIES, PASTA OR BREAD THE NIGHT BEFORE A RACE
BMM IN MEDIA
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT ACTIVITIES AT SUPPORTED SCHOOL OVER THE YEARS Setup of computer lab, Setup of library Installation of RO water stations Setup of Agastya science lab Construction of toilets Location Happy Schools Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor (RBITC) RBITC is supporting 5 schools within about 4km radius of the club Government High School, Varthur Government Higher Primary School, Ramagondanahalli Government Higher Primary School, Siddapura Government Primary School, Immadahalli Government High School, Immadahalli Government School, Nallurahalli We reach about 2500 students.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Rotary Bangalore IT Corridor (RBITC) with support of SBI built and commissioned 201 toilets project at in Shidlaghatta Taluk in Chikballapur District of Karnataka. The village wise distribution of the toilets: Village Hemmarhalli - 55 Village K Hosur 12 Village Kalanayakahalli - 48 Village Devanahalli -23 Village Anganagalli-63 TIMELINES Appointment of vendor partner - end of Feb 2017 March Construction commenced. May 28th 2017 official handover in the presence of Sri. Manjunath J, IAS Chief Executive Officer Zilla Panchayat, Chickballapur District and Rtn. Majunath Shetty, Past District Governor IMPACT - 100% toilet compliance in most of the villages covered - Rotary intervention in the Taluk - Health benefits, women s emancipation
TEAM THAT MADE IT HAPPEN runcrastination (NOUN) having a long list of things to do but going for a long run instead