The 11th edition of the Rotary Rain Run (RRR) will be held on 27th July along the Goa University road, Taleigao plateau. The state’s premier rain-run endurance event is expected to witness participation from over 2500 runners, according to a press release.
The annual run, which combines the thrill of competition with the power of social impact, is organised by the Rotary Charitable Trust of Porvorim in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Porvorim and the Rotary Parivar, a collective of Rotary organisations in the coastal state.
The event was officially announced at a press conference where the official jersey and medals for this year’s edition, were unveiled.
Addressing the media were Avinash Singh Parmar (chairman, Rotary Rain Run), Harsh Thakkar (president, Rotary Club of Porvorim), Shephan Shaikh (coordinator, Rotary Rain Run) and Nikhil Shah (chairman, Prakash Cancer Aid Project).
“Rotary Rain Run 2025 continues to grow in stature and participation, not just as a fitness event but as a force for social change. This year, we are delighted to have returning and new participants, including respected public figures such as the TN Health Minister, Ma Subramanian, and Goa’s DGP Alok Kumar. Their presence reinforces the event’s social importance and reflects its popularity,” said Avinash Singh Parmar, chairman of the Rotary Rain Run.
“Every year, the Rotary Rain Run has been instrumental in creating awareness about women’s health and the Prakash Cancer Aid Project. There is a higher chance of curing diseases such as breast and cervical cancer among women, if they are detected early, something that the Project focuses on,” according to Nikhil Shah, chairman, Prakash Cancer Aid Project.
The Rotary Rain Run 2025 will commence at the Sports Authority of Goa (SAG) Athletics Stadium in Bambolim, with participants competing in various categories: the two km Fun Walk, five km Dream Run, and the 10 km and 21 km timed races. Senior citizens will once again have their dedicated two km Seniority Walk, introduced in the previous edition. Kids at the venue can also frolic in the specially created Fun Zone at the race’s end point.
Runners in the 21 km timed category will turn around at Miramar Circle, following a scenic route through Bambolim and Dona Paula, showcasing panoramic views of Goa’s coastline and heritage landmarks.
“Running is not just about endurance; it’s about health, purpose and community. We are heartened to see support from across India and abroad, especially with high-profile athletes, even political leaders and bureaucrats participating shoulder-to-shoulder with everyday runners,” said Harsh Thakkar, president, Rotary Club of Porvorim.
Certified Measured Course by World Athletics in Cooperation with AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races), the Rotary Rain Run continues to draw international runners and amateur athletes alike, building on its reputation for professionalism and community engagement.
The registration window closes on July 24, and participants can sign up across all race categories at https://rotaryrainrun.com/
