Tamil Nadu to Host COOP-A-THON Mini Marathon on July 6 to Celebrate International Year of Cooperatives 2025

Cooperatives, the Tamil Nadu Department of Cooperation is organizing a COOP-A-THON Mini Marathon under the theme:

“Equality is the Essence of Cooperation”
“Let’s Join, Let’s Run – Cooperatives Eliminate Worry”

The Mini Marathon will be held at Island Grounds, Chennai, on 06.07.2025 (Sunday) starting at 5:30 AM.

Hon’ble Minister for Cooperation Mr. I. Periyasamy will inaugurate the Mini Marathon and flag off the event.

Marathon Route & Participation

• The marathon will begin at Island Grounds, proceed via Napier Bridge, Anna Square, Widow’s Home, and return to the starting point.
• The total distance is 5 km.
• Participation is open to individuals aged 18 to 40 years, and above 40 years (men and women) who have registered in advance.
• Approximately 2000 participants are expected.

Cash Prizes

Separate prizes will be awarded for Men’s and Women’s categories:

All finishers will receive medals and certificates, which can also be downloaded online.

Registration and bib distribution will take place at Island Grounds.

Dignitaries Attending

The event will be graced by:

• Hon’ble Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Mr. Ma. Subramanian
• Hon’ble Minister for Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments, Mr. P.K. Sekar Babu
• Mr. Satyaprasad, IAS, Commissioner for Cooperation, Food and Consumer Protection
• Mr. Nandakumar, IAS, Registrar of Cooperative Societies
• Mr. C.A. Amrith, IAS, Joint Registrar (Marketing)
• Hon’ble MPs, MLAs, representatives from Local Bodies and Cooperatives
• Senior officials and public dignitaries

Issued by: Director, Department of Information and Public Relations, Chennai–9