OLYMPIC Day Run – 2022
The Olympic Day Run 2022, organized by the Karnataka Olympic Association (KOA), was a significant post-pandemic return to large-scale sporting celebrations. Held on June 23, 2022, in Bengaluru, the event was part of the global International Olympic Day celebrations to promote the spirit of sport and fitness.
Based on media reports and archival data from that period, here is a summary of the function:
🏃 Event Overview & Flag-off
The run served as a massive public awareness campaign, bringing together professional athletes, school children, and sports enthusiasts.
Venue: The run traditionally commenced and concluded at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium, winding through the heart of Bengaluru (Hudson Circle, Cubbon Park area).
The Theme: The global theme for 2022 was “Together, For a Peaceful World,” which the KOA localized to emphasize unity through sports after the COVID-19 lockdowns.
