Second Annual Janashakthi Life –  ICA International Half-Marathon: 2025 Winners Announcement

• Over 2500 participants from 39 countries
• A powerful blend of competition and community, with Male Category Winner of the 1million LKR – Kipsang Icibet Mooses donating

Colombo, Sri Lanka, 14.12.2025: The Indian Cultural Association (ICA) successfully concluded the second annual Janashakthi Life – ICA International Half-Marathon on Sunday, 14th December in Colombo. Attracting over 2500 runners from 36 countries, the event showcased world-class athleticism, community spirit, and a strong commitment to social impact.
The 2025 edition was powered by Janashakthi Life and endorsed by the Indian High Commission and the Ministry of Sports, Sri Lanka, along with other statutory bodies. It featured three race categories: the 21.1 km Half-Marathon, 10 km Challengers Run, and 5 km Family Run. The total prize purse of Rs. 5,700,000 was distributed equally across male and female divisions, reinforcing ICA’s commitment to gender equality in sport.

Winners List 2025:
21.1 km Half-Marathon:
– Men’s Solo Category:
  – 1st Place: Kipsang Icibet Mooses, Kenya – Rs. 1,000,000
  – 2nd Place: Eliias Nyaga Muthoni, Kenya – Rs. 500,000
  – 3rd Place: Kiptoo Edwin Yebei, Kenya – Rs. 200,000
– Women’s Solo Category:
  – 1st Place: Weerasuriya Arachchiilage Methmi Wijesooriya, Sri Lanka – Rs. 1,000,000
  – 2nd Place: Bilingaswattage Nayana Sewwandi, Sri Lanka – Rs. 500,000
  – 3rd Place: H.M Shamini Herath, Sri Lanka  – Rs. 200,000

Runners navigated a scenic coastal and city route, passing iconic Colombo landmarks including Galle Face Green, Marine Drive, and Colombo Fort, before finishing along the oceanfront. The race kicked off at 6:00 AM, with enthusiastic spectators cheering participants throughout the course.
Beyond the competition, participants supported ICA’s CSR initiatives, including organ-donation awareness and support for orphanages, combining athletic achievement with social responsibility. “The Janashakthi Life – ICA International Half-Marathon is more than a race; it is a celebration of fitness, culture, and community impact,” said Captain Banerjee, the President of the ICA Sri Lanka. “This year, the event grew in scale and significance, strengthening international camaraderie and delivering tangible benefits to communities across Sri Lanka. We are proud to have had a record-breaking number of participants this year, evidence that the event is going from strength to strength. We are thankful to our main sponsor, Janashakthi Life  and all our other sponsors for recognising the scope of this endeavour, and for joining hands with us to make it a reality.”
Ravi Liyanage, Director / CEO, Janashakthi Insurance PLC, added, “We are proud to support the Janashakthi Life –  ICA International Half-Marathon, an event that inspires healthy living and community engagement. This partnership reflects our commitment to empowering communities and promoting positive social change. While congratulating the winners and runners up, we want to commend all those who participated for being part of an event that not only showcases tremendous grit and athleticism, but also makes a positive long-term impact on people across Sri Lanka”
The Janashakthi Life  – ICA International Half-Marathon 2025 is made possible through the generous support of leading partners, including Janashakthi Life (Title Sponsor), CARNAGE, CWIT – Adani Ports, Ultratech Cements, Lanka Hospitals (Official Medical Partner), Asia Paints Causeway, Bolt Distribution, Lanka IOC, Dialog, One Galle Face, Caravan Fresh, Emerging Media (Event Facilitator), Nestle, Serendib Flour Mills, Air India, Flamingo Duty Free, Pepsi, Physio Tree, Hangla, amongst many others.

About the ICA

The Indian Cultural Association (ICA) promotes cultural exchange, community development, and social responsibility in Sri Lanka. Its flagship ICA International Half-Marathon combines athletic excellence with initiatives that improve education, health, and the environment.

About Janashakthi Life

Janashakthi Life, the flagship company of JXG (Janashakthi Group), was founded in 1994 as a Life Insurance company. Janashakthi Insurance PLC (Janashakthi Life) made its mark in the industry as an innovator and household name for over 30 years. Janashakthi Insurance PLC is licensed by the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL). The company has a strong presence across the island, with an expanding network of over 76 branches and a dedicated call centre. In line with its purpose of ‘uplifting lives and empowering dreams’, Janashakthi Life remains committed to becoming a leader in the Life Insurance industry by delivering a service beyond Insurance to its customers and stakeholders.