Walkaroo becomes the Official Title Partner for the 10th Edition of Coimbatore Marathon
Chennai, 25 August, 2022: Walkaroo International Pvt. Ltd, India’s No 1 PU footwear manufacturer, has partnered with The Coimbatore Cancer Foundation (CCF) for the 10th edition of the Coimbatore Marathon to be held on December 11,2022.
The event, themed ‘Odipolaama’, is expected to attract more than 16,000 participants. The event comprises a half marathon (21.1 km) and a 10 km run and 5 km run/walk. Winners can bag prize money worth ₹ 2.7 lakh.
Commenting on this collaboration, V K C Noushad , Managing Director, Walkaroo International Pvt.Ltd said, “We are delighted to join hands with the Coimbatore Cancer Foundation for the 10th edition of the Coimbatore Marathon. It is a great opportunity for Walkaroo to actively be part of a compassionate work to support the needy.
This is in line with Walkaroo’s brand proposition “be restless”, which urges people to not to settle for the ordinary but believe in moving beyond. The point-of -view of “Feet feel restless when they are rested” is that we are on a mission to make every young feet run a distance of twenty.
We believe our association with Coimbatore Cancer Foundation for this noble idea will help us strengthen our brand loyalty; affinity and enhance our relationships with customers. We are confident that the citizens will continue to make this year’s Marathon a resounding success.”
The Coimbatore Cancer Foundation, in association with the Co imbatore Runners, has been organizing this Marathon for 10 ye ars. The entire proceeds go towards the Coimbatore Cancer Fo undation will thereby influence the lives of hundreds of cancer survivors and their families.
The Walkaroo Coimbatore Marathon registration is now open. The participants can visit www.coimbatorem arathon.com to complete the registration formalities.
For more information write to info@coimbatoremarathon.com
About Walkaroo:
Walkaroo, a homegrown brand, was launched in the year 2012 to provide the latest fashion in footwear for everyone. Walkaroo introduced sports sandals at Rs 499 and was a pioneer to set a trend of aspirational products at affordable ranges in the footwear segment. The brand grew its portfolio with more additions that included flip flops, sports shoes, half shoes, for gents and ladies. It has sub brands, Walkaroo and Blue Tyga to cater to consumers across age groups. During the financial year 21-22 Walkaroo has exceeded a turnover of over Rs 1800 Crores. The brand has a pan India presence through over 750 dealers, it reaches out to customers through over 1.5+ Lakh retail outlets. The brand also works towards sustainable initiatives, like, renewable energy, water recycling, afforestation in most of its manufacturing locations.
About Coimbatore Marathon: The Coimbatore Marathon is the largest sporting event in Coimbatore and the largest in Tamil Nadu, outside of Chennai. Slated to occur in December every year, the event offers a unique global experience to the participants. The marathon is all about bringing together people who are passionate about running; and helping them make a difference by raising awareness on Cancer.
