The Heritage Run Series, an initiative by the Out Play Sports Foundation, aims to create a movement of public awareness by integrating sports, nature tourism, and environmental conservation. This series is designed to promote healthy, eco-friendly tourism while preserving and celebrating the historical and cultural significance of forts.
“Through the sport of running Integrating sports and nature tourism and thereby promoting nature conservation and creating a movement of public awareness. This is an honest effort Outplay Sports Foundation is doing. “
"To organize the Heritage Run Series, integrating sports, nature tourism, and environmental awareness, with a focus on historical forts, fostering community engagement, and contributing to natureconservation."
"Empowering communities through sports, promoting eco-friendlytourism, and preserving cultural heritage for a sustainable and healthyfuture."
The Pargad Heritage Run marked a significant milestone, bringing together enthusiasts, promoting heritage awareness, and fostering a sense of unity.
The success of the previous editions has inspired us to expand our horizons and introduce new chapters to this exhilarating journey.
OutPlay Sports Foundation takes immense pride in the success of its Heritage Run Series, with the Pargad Heritage Run emerging as a stellar event. The overwhelming response and positive impact have fueled our commitment to continue this legacy, making it an annual celebration of culture, fitness, and community spirit.
Type of Fort : Giridurg Hill | Range: Kolhapur | District : Kolhapur | Category : Medium | Height of Pargad Fort above sea level : 2420 feet
Shivaraya built this fort in 1676 to ward off the Portuguese of Goa. They appointed Raiba Malusare, son of Tanaji, as the fort commander of this strategic fort. In 1689 Shahzada Muazzam and Khawas Khan tried unsuccessfully to conquer the fort. In that battle Vithoji Malve, chief of artillery, died a heroic death. Their tomb is on the fort. Later, Pargarh came under the control of Karveerkar Chhatrapati. Since there was no source of income in the fort, the salary started by the British was being received by the head of the family of the mavalras in the fort till 1949. But the Government of India broke it and since then all the Gadkaris are spending their days at the fort with self-respect even in very adverse conditions as there is no income in the fort.
As part of our commitment to youth welfare, school students enjoy free entry to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle from an early age.
Celebrate and preserve the historical and cultural heritage of forts by organizing running events around these sites.
Promote healthy, eco-friendly tourism by encouraging participants to explore and appreciate the natural beauty surrounding historical forts.
Foster community engagement by actively involving local communities, businesses, and stakeholders in the planning and execution of the Heritage Run Series.
Raise awareness about environmental issues, with a particular focus on nature conservation and addressing forest degradation.
Encourage a healthy and active lifestyle among participants while providing an opportunity for them to connect with their cultural roots.
Carefully select forts with historical importance as the venues for the Heritage Run events, ensuring a balance between cultural significance and the capacity to host a successful running event.
Collaborate with local communities, historical societies, and relevant authorities to ensure the active involvement and support of the people living in and around the chosen fort locations.
Integrate environmental conservation into the series by distributing saplings to participants, organizing clean-up drives, and implementing waste reduction strategies during the events.
Incorporate educational elements into the Heritage Run events, such as guided tours of forts, informative signages, and talks on local history and environmental conservation.
Implement a comprehensive marketing strategy to reach a wider audience, leveraging both traditional and digital platforms to promote the Heritage Run Series.
Secure your spot for the Pargad Heritage Run and be part of a memorable event that celebrates Pargad‘s heritage, promotes health, and contributes to environmental consciousness. Let’s lace up, breathe in the fresh air, and run for a cause at the Kangra Heritage Run. Together, let’s make history in the heart of nature!
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