Why Marathon for Calicut ?
Calicut for long has been the cradle of economy for Kerala and the greater South. Its serene and pristine palm fringed beaches, lush green forests, eye catching scenic beauty with rivers and hills make it a unique destination not just for nature lovers but investors as well. Calicut represents a city with great untapped potential for developments in IT/ITES and heavy industries. Its proximity to coast coupled with good connectivity by road, rail and air makes it a natural epicenter for increased economic activities. The entrepreneurial culture, the NRI base in the Middle East and the rich history of export oriented industries make it a natural destiny for both domestic and international investment. With leading technical institutes like National Institute of Technology Calicut and management institutes like Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, Calicut has been silently revolutionizing the education sector.
