About Pargad Heritage Run Series
Run for Nature • Celebrate Heritage
पारगड हेरिटेज रन सिरीज – निसर्गासाठी एक धाव
The Pargad Heritage Run Series is a unique trail running initiative that connects sports, environmental awareness, cultural heritage, and community participation.
Organized annually by Outplay Sports Foundation, the event takes place in the scenic region of Chandgad in Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. The run brings together runners, students, nature enthusiasts, volunteers, and local communities who share a common purpose – promoting fitness, protecting nature, and celebrating heritage.
The event is organized around World Environment Day with the powerful theme:
Run for Nature
The Pargad Heritage Run is not just a marathon event; it is a movement that encourages people to adopt healthy lifestyles, respect nature, and appreciate the cultural heritage of the region.
पारगड हेरिटेज रन सिरीज हा एक अनोखा ट्रेल रन उपक्रम आहे जो क्रीडा, पर्यावरण संवर्धन, सांस्कृतिक वारसा आणि समाज सहभाग यांचा संगम घडवतो.
हा उपक्रम दरवर्षी आउटप्ले स्पोर्ट्स फाउंडेशन यांच्या वतीने कोल्हापूर जिल्ह्यातील चंदगड परिसरात आयोजित केला जातो.
या धावण्यामध्ये धावपटू, विद्यार्थी, पर्यावरणप्रेमी, स्वयंसेवक आणि स्थानिक नागरिक सहभागी होतात आणि पुढील संदेश देतात:
निसर्गासाठी एक धाव
या उपक्रमाद्वारे निरोगी जीवनशैली, पर्यावरण संरक्षण आणि स्थानिक पर्यटनाला प्रोत्साहन दिले जाते.
Pargad Heritage Run Journey
पारगड हेरिटेज रनचा प्रवास
| Year | Edition | Highlights | वर्ष | आवृत्ती | वैशिष्ट्ये |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1st Edition | First heritage trail run organized | २०२२ | पहिली | पारगड हेरिटेज रनची सुरुवात |
| 2023 | 2nd Edition | Increased runner participation | २०२३ | दुसरी | अधिक धावपटूंचा सहभाग |
| 2024 | 3rd Edition | Environmental awareness initiatives | २०२४ | तिसरी | पर्यावरण जनजागृती |
| 2025 | 4th Edition | Wider recognition and participation | २०२५ | चौथी | राज्यभरातून सहभाग |
| 2026 | 5th Edition | Vision to establish a national heritage trail run | २०२६ | पाचवी | राष्ट्रीय स्तरावर विस्तार |
Vision of Pargad Heritage Run
पारगड हेरिटेज रनची दृष्टी
| English | मराठी |
|---|---|
| To establish the Pargad Heritage Run as a meaningful heritage trail running event that connects sports, nature, and community. | पारगड हेरिटेज रनला क्रीडा, निसर्ग आणि समाज यांना जोडणारा महत्त्वपूर्ण ट्रेल रन कार्यक्रम म्हणून विकसित करणे. |
Mission of Pargad Heritage Run
पारगड हेरिटेज रनचे ध्येय
| English | मराठी |
|---|---|
| Promote healthy lifestyles through sports | क्रीडेद्वारे निरोगी जीवनशैलीला प्रोत्साहन |
| Encourage environmental awareness | पर्यावरण जागरूकता वाढवणे |
| Support local communities and tourism | स्थानिक पर्यटन आणि समाजाला चालना |
| Inspire youth to engage in outdoor sports | युवकांना क्रीडेत सहभागी होण्यासाठी प्रेरित करणे |
About Outplay Sports Foundation
आउटप्ले स्पोर्ट्स फाउंडेशन बद्दल
Outplay Sports Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting sports culture, youth development, and environmental awareness through sports initiatives.
The foundation works at the grassroots level to develop young athletes and encourage communities to adopt healthy lifestyles through sports and fitness activities.
Through sports training programs, community sports events, environmental initiatives, and youth development programs, the organization aims to build a healthy, active, and responsible society.
आउटप्ले स्पोर्ट्स फाउंडेशन ही क्रीडा विकासासाठी कार्य करणारी सामाजिक संस्था आहे.
संस्था विशेषतः युवकांमध्ये क्रीडा संस्कृती निर्माण करणे, क्रीडा प्रशिक्षण देणे आणि समाजामध्ये निरोगी जीवनशैली विकसित करणे यासाठी कार्य करते.
Organization Overview
संस्थेची माहिती
| English | मराठी |
|---|---|
| Organization – Outplay Sports Foundation | संस्था – आउटप्ले स्पोर्ट्स फाउंडेशन |
| Type – Non-Profit Organization | प्रकार – स्वयंसेवी संस्था |
| Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra | मुख्यालय – मुंबई, महाराष्ट्र |
| Focus Areas – Sports, Youth Development, Environment | कार्यक्षेत्र – क्रीडा, युवक विकास, पर्यावरण |
Outplay Sports Gurukul – Chandgad Vision
आउटप्ले स्पोर्ट्स गुरुकुल – चंदगड दृष्टी
The Outplay Sports Gurukul in Chandgad is envisioned as a unique sports development initiative where sports training, discipline, cultural values, and nature-based learning come together.
The Gurukul aims to nurture young athletes from rural regions and provide them opportunities to develop their potential through structured sports training and mentorship.
The vision is to create a sports learning environment inspired by the traditional Indian Gurukul system, where sports, character building, and environmental awareness go hand in hand.
आउटप्ले स्पोर्ट्स गुरुकुल – चंदगड ही एक अशी संकल्पना आहे जिथे क्रीडा प्रशिक्षण, शिस्त, संस्कार आणि निसर्गाशी जोडलेले शिक्षण यांचा संगम घडवला जाईल.
या गुरुकुलाचा उद्देश विशेषतः ग्रामीण भागातील युवकांना क्रीडा प्रशिक्षण, मार्गदर्शन आणि संधी उपलब्ध करून देणे हा आहे.
Our Commitment
आमची बांधिलकी
Through initiatives like the Pargad Heritage Run Series and Outplay Sports Gurukul, Outplay Sports Foundation aims to inspire people to stay active, protect nature, and build stronger communities through sports.
पारगड हेरिटेज रन सिरीज आणि आउटप्ले स्पोर्ट्स गुरुकुल यांसारख्या उपक्रमांद्वारे क्रीडा, पर्यावरण आणि समाज विकास यांचा संदेश समाजापर्यंत पोहोचवणे हे आमचे ध्येय आहे.
Mentor
Advisory Board
Directors
Team Alpha
Race Management Team / शर्यत व्यवस्थापन टीम
| Role / जबाबदारी | Name / नाव | Responsibility (English) | जबाबदारी (मराठी) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Event Director | Pravin Chirmure | Overall leadership, planning, and execution of the Pargad Heritage Run. Coordinates with authorities, partners, and organizing committees. | पारगड हेरिटेज रनचे संपूर्ण नियोजन, नेतृत्व आणि अंमलबजावणी. शासकीय विभाग, भागीदार आणि आयोजन समिती यांच्याशी समन्वय. |
| Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | Sunil Kushwaha | Provides strategic leadership and oversees organizational coordination for the event. | कार्यक्रमासाठी धोरणात्मक नेतृत्व व संस्थात्मक समन्वय. |
| Route & Trail Management Lead | Sandeep Kamble | Responsible for race route planning, trail marking, checkpoints, and ensuring runner safety along the course. | शर्यतीचा मार्ग निश्चित करणे, ट्रेल मार्किंग, तपासणी बिंदू आणि धावपटूंच्या सुरक्षिततेची जबाबदारी. |
| Volunteer Coordination Lead | Mangesh Chirmure | Recruitment, training, and deployment of volunteers across all race zones. | स्वयंसेवकांची भरती, प्रशिक्षण आणि विविध विभागांमध्ये नियुक्ती. |
| Registration & Runner Services Lead | Vidhya Naikar | Manages participant registration, race kit distribution, and runner support services. | सहभागी नोंदणी, रेस किट वितरण आणि धावपटूंना सहाय्य सेवा. |
| Medical & Safety Lead | Vijay Chauhan | Coordinates medical teams, first aid stations, ambulances, and emergency response planning. | वैद्यकीय पथके, प्रथमोपचार केंद्रे, रुग्णवाहिका आणि आपत्कालीन व्यवस्थापन. |
| Media & Communications Lead | Praveen Wadalkar | Handles media coverage, photography, videography, press relations, and digital communications. | मीडिया कव्हरेज, छायाचित्रण, व्हिडिओग्राफी, प्रेस संपर्क आणि डिजिटल संवाद. |
| Sponsorship & Partnerships Lead | Vikas Singh | Develops sponsor relationships and manages corporate partnerships and branding activities. | प्रायोजक व कॉर्पोरेट भागीदारी विकसित करणे आणि ब्रँडिंग व्यवस्थापन. |
| Sustainability & Environment Lead | Sham Adav | Ensures eco-friendly practices, waste management, tree plantation, and environmental awareness activities. | पर्यावरणपूरक उपक्रम, कचरा व्यवस्थापन, वृक्षारोपण आणि पर्यावरण जनजागृती. |
| Technical Race Management Lead | Nitesh Singh | Manages race timing systems, results processing, bib tracking, and technical race operations. | रेस टाइमिंग प्रणाली, निकाल व्यवस्थापन, बिब ट्रॅकिंग आणि तांत्रिक शर्यत संचालन. |
| Athlete Relations & Training Lead | Shailesh Tripathi | Coordinates with runners and clubs, provides training guidance, and supports athlete engagement. | धावपटू व रनिंग क्लबशी समन्वय, प्रशिक्षण मार्गदर्शन आणि खेळाडूंसाठी सहाय्य. |
What We Do
Outplay Sports Foundation works to promote sports, youth development, environmental awareness, and community engagement. We conduct training programs in boxing, MMA, fitness, and strength conditioning, organize sports events, and encourage youth participation in healthy activities. Through initiatives like marathons, treks, and clean-up drives, we also promote nature conservation and heritage awareness.
Our Achievements
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Organized major events like Pargad Heritage Run and Dahanu–Bordi Beach Marathon
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Trained hundreds of young athletes through structured sports programs
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Conducted district and state-level boxing competitions
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Led environmental initiatives including tree plantation and clean-up drives
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Built partnerships with schools, communities, and CSR organizations to promote sports and sustainability.
