The organisers of the Tata Mumbai Marathon on Saturday announced that the 17th edition of the event, which was to take place on 30 May, has been rescheduled owing to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The 17th Edition of the World Athletics Elite Label Road Race, the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2021 edition, which was scheduled to take place on Sunday, 30 May 2021, is rescheduled, according to Procam International. After consultations with the Maharashtra government and local athletic bodies, a new date will be declared in due time.
The marathon is always held in January but due to the pandemic it was shifted to 30 May. While the pandemic has not left any place untouched, Maharashtra is one of the worst affected states. Mumbai reported 8,839 new cases on Friday, pushing the total to nearly 560,000, of which 85,226 are active cases, as per the local civic body.
Commenting on the rescheduling, Vivek Singh, Jt. MD., Procam International said, “The Tata Mumbai Marathon has a special place in our hearts, and we thank everyone for making this iconic event a sporting phenomenon. As we navigate these challenging times, we want you to know that we are leaving no stone unturned to make the marathon possible this year. The Government of Maharashtra and our partners have been extremely supportive to ensure, that we have the best possible option, keeping in mind the safety and security for all involved.”
He added, “By shifting our focus to a new date, we will continue to work closely with the state, national and international athletic bodies to identify a suitable date for the event, which is conducive to the safe conduct of the event for all stakeholders.”
All related details such as registration date, race course, and the events around the race will follow suit once the rescheduled date is announced.
