Susmita Jha

About Me

I am a passionate ultra runner from Kolkata, working as a Process consultant for an IT firm. Long distance running and training for it has given me that balance I was looking for in life and has taught me patience, perseverance n increased my endurance levels and fitness which also helps me in managing the daily rigmarole of life with ease.

Being Adventurous and Free spirited, I thrive on Challenges that Life throws on Me and am always on lookout for more adventures to test my grit .. The Tougher it is - Stronger I have evolved !

Agree, Life is not always easy, but running comes for my rescue at major cross roads and has given a purpose to my Life. I started to think of ways to spread long distance running amongst women and also leverage it for various social causes and got introduced to "Run for cause" through philanthropy chapter of procam almost 8yrs back.
Ever since running became my anchor for social causes, adding meaning to my life.
This year, I have taken a pledge to associate all my major runs with some social cause and create awareness and generate funds in support of the campaign.
I have decided to do Procam Slam Charity campaign and participating in TMM in support of "Adventures Beyond Barriers Foundation" - facilitating and enabling persons with disability in their adventure journey.

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Being an adventure freak, I continuously look forward to spread the message that "Adventure is a way of Life". It introduces confidence and satisfaction and makes us aware of our capabilities. Breaking barriers and societal norms of what is possible and what is not possible is an individual's prerogative and I am on my own journey to define what "I Can".

Running has also connected me with various inspiring persons with disability who have similar vision and common goals as mine and discovering their potential by breaking the so called societal beliefs of what they can achieve.
I would be running a full marathon in TMM in support of "Adventure Beyond Barriers Foundation, Pune (ABBF)" which is an ngo that breathes life into the dreams of Persons with Disabilities (PwD) through the liberating power of adventure and outdoor sports. Their mission is to dismantle the age-old shackles of social stereotypes and nurture a world rich in openness and empathy. From the adrenaline of marathons to the shared joy of tandem cycling, the freedom of scuba diving, the soaring heights of paragliding, and the challenge of mountaineering, ABBF is a testament to the unyielding human spirit.

Through my campaign, I am generating awareness and raising funds for this movement and encouraging my family, friends and network to join hands in this process.

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