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Comment: All information should be backed with inline citations referencing reliable independent secondary sources. Dan arndt (talk) 09:18, 30 March 2026 (UTC) Comment: This needs better sourcing. There is just one source here, since Zeenews scraped the Times of India story. ToI isn't the most reliable of sources. This story is credited to TNN, Times News Network, so a wire agency. Either way we need some more fully independent sources giving significant coverage, as per the WP:GOLDENRULE. ChrysGalley (talk) 13:48, 29 March 2026 (UTC) Comment: In accordance with Wikipedia's Conflict of interest guideline, I disclose that I have a conflict of interest regarding the subject of this article. DHIRAJDHONA (talk) 13:06, 29 March 2026 (UTC) Ram Gopal Kothari is an Indian traveller, entrepreneur, and endurance athlete from Kolkata, West Bengal. He is the Chief Executive Officer and Director of Epic Assurance Services LLP. He is known for becoming the first Indian to complete a full marathon (42.195 km) at the Geographic North Pole (90°N) on 13 July 2025.
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Comment: All information should be backed with inline citations referencing reliable independent secondary sources. Dan arndt (talk) 09:18, 30 March 2026 (UTC)
- Comment: This needs better sourcing. There is just one source here, since Zeenews scraped the Times of India story. ToI isn't the most reliable of sources. This story is credited to TNN, Times News Network, so a wire agency. Either way we need some more fully independent sources giving significant coverage, as per the WP:GOLDENRULE. ChrysGalley (talk) 13:48, 29 March 2026 (UTC)
- Comment: In accordance with Wikipedia's Conflict of interest guideline, I disclose that I have a conflict of interest regarding the subject of this article. DHIRAJDHONA (talk) 13:06, 29 March 2026 (UTC)
Ram Gopal Kothari | |
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| Born | Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Occupations | Entrepreneur, Traveller, Endurance Athlete |
| Known for | First Indian to complete a marathon at the Geographic North Pole (90°N) |
Ram Gopal Kothari is an Indian traveller, entrepreneur, and endurance athlete from Kolkata, West Bengal.[1] He is the Chief Executive Officer and Director of Epic Assurance Services LLP.
He is known for becoming the first Indian to complete a full marathon (42.195 km) at the Geographic North Pole (90°N) on 13 July 2025.[2]
Early life and background
[edit]Kothari was born and raised in the Burrabazar area of Kolkata, West Bengal.[3] He grew up in modest circumstances and spent his early years in a small asbestos-roof home before entering business and entrepreneurship.
Career
[edit]Kothari is the CEO and Director of Epic Assurance Services LLP, an insurance services company. He built his career through direct sales and customer engagement, gradually expanding his business operations across multiple cities in India.
Travel and exploration
[edit]Kothari is a traveller who has visited over 76 countries across all seven continents.[4] His travels include expeditions to remote and extreme environments such as Antarctica, the Arctic region, and other geographically challenging locations.
North Pole marathon
[edit]In July 2025, Kothari completed a full marathon (42.195 km) at the Geographic North Pole (90°N), becoming the first Indian to achieve this milestone.[5]
The marathon was conducted on drifting Arctic Ocean ice under extreme conditions, including sub-zero temperatures, strong winds, and unstable, shifting ice surfaces.[6]
Unlike earlier North Pole races held near 89°N (Barneo Camp), this marathon took place at the exact geographic North Pole, distinguishing it from previous attempts.[1]
Media coverage
[edit]Kothari’s achievement has been covered by several Indian media outlets, including:
Zee News[7]
The Times of India[5]
Asian News International[2]
NDTV[8]
Early life and background
[edit]Kothari was born and raised in the Burrabazar area of Kolkata, West Bengal. He grew up in modest circumstances and spent his early years in a small asbestos-roof home before entering business and entrepreneurship.
Career
[edit]Kothari is the CEO and Director of Epic Assurance Services LLP, an insurance services company. He built his career through direct sales and customer engagement, gradually expanding his business operations across multiple cities in India.
Travel and exploration
[edit]Kothari is a traveller who has visited over 76 countries across all seven continents. His travels include expeditions to remote and extreme environments such as Antarctica, the Arctic region, and other geographically challenging locations.
North Pole marathon
[edit]In July 2025, Kothari completed a full marathon (42.195 km) at the Geographic North Pole (90°N), becoming the first Indian to achieve this milestone.
The marathon was conducted on drifting Arctic Ocean ice under extreme conditions, including sub-zero temperatures, strong winds, and unstable, shifting ice surfaces.
Unlike earlier North Pole races held near 89°N (Barneo Camp), this marathon took place at the exact geographic North Pole, distinguishing it from previous attempts.
Media coverage
[edit]Kothari’s achievement has been covered by several Indian media outlets, including:
- Zee News
- The Times of India
- Asian News International
- Jagran
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Ram Gopal Kothari becomes first Indian to complete marathon at Geographic North Pole". September 21, 2025 – via The Economic Times - The Times of India.
- ^ a b "Ram Gopal Kothari becomes first Indian to complete marathon at Geographic North Pole". ANI News.
- ^ দত্ত, এলিনা (September 4, 2025). "উত্তর মেরুতে উড়ল তেরঙ্গা, প্রথম ভারতীয় হিসাবে বরফের উপর ম্যারাথন দৌড়ে জয়ী কলকাতার রামগোপাল". Eisamay Online.
- ^ "राम गोपाल कोठारी बने 90 डिग्री उत्तर ध्रुव पर पूर्ण मैराथन पूरा करने वाले पहले भारतीय - ncr Ram Gopal Kothari becomes the first Indian to complete a full marathon at 90 degrees North Pole". Jagran.
- ^ a b "Ram Gopal Kothari Completes Marathon at the Geographic North Pole" – via The Economic Times - The Times of India.
- ^ https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/ram-gopal-kothari-north-pole-marathon-1234567
- ^ "Meet Ram Gopal Kothari, Kolkata Man Who Completed Marathon At The Geographic North Pole". Zee News.
- ^ https://ndtv.in/zara-hatke/ram-gopal-kothari-becomes-the-first-indian-to-complete-full-marathon-at-90-degrees-north-pole-9161357
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