Kalinga Runners (KR) is a not for profit platform, founded in February 2019, with the primary aim of helping people in leading an active lifestyle by making running a preferred form of fitness activity.

The members of KR are a bunch of enthusiastic runners from all walks of life with varied expertise and varied experiences. All group members put together are proud achievers with Seven IronMan medals, two Boston Marathon Qualifiers, and several Full Marathoners. The group strongly believes that running is a community-building exercise cutting across social barriers by inculcates life skills among the youth.

Mission: To promote running as the preferred form of exercise.

Vision: To achieve a fit, athletic and active Odisha by reaching out to every corner of the State.