Kolkata: Gulf Oil Lubricants India Limited, a pioneer in the lubricants industry, proudly announces the second annual ‘Chai-Pakoda’ Ride in Kolkata as part of its continued partnership with India Bike Week (IBW) 2024. Following the overwhelming success of last year, Gulf Oil remains the main sponsor for IBW, Asia’s premier motorcycling festival, for the second consecutive year which celebrated its milestone 11th anniversary with resounding success in December 2024. This year’s ride once again sets the stage for a thrilling celebration of motorcycling camaraderie, adventure, and community spirit.
The Kolkata ride of the 2024 edition saw an impressive turnout of over 200+ bikers from diverse regions and backgrounds. Riders gathered at Throttle Shottle Moto Café, Rajarhat to embark on a thrilling 41 kilometre journey to RV’s Motoclub in Bhadreswar, all while enjoying the scenic routes and the spirit of the open road. Safety remained a top priority, with participants attending a ‘safety riding’ session before the journey, while IBW Marshals led groups of riders, ensuring a well-coordinated, secure ride. Gulf Oil also provided fluorescent safety jackets to all riders, reinforcing its commitment to road safety. The event concluded with a fun push-up and burpee challenge at the endpoint, further energizing the biking fraternity.
Mr. Ravi Chawla, Managing Director and CEO of Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd., shared his thoughts on Gulf’s continuing partnership with India Bike Week, stating, “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with India Bike Week for the second consecutive year and to present the iconic Chai-Pakoda Ride once again in 2024. These rides encapsulate the spirit of India’s motorcycling community—one rooted in adventure, brotherhood, and the love for the open road. At Gulf, we remain dedicated to offering top-tier lubricants and products that elevate the riding experience for bikers across the country. Our commitment is not only to fuel the machines but also to support the passion and camaraderie that drives the motorcycling culture forward.”
India Bike Week, now in its 11th edition, continues to serve as the ultimate platform for bikers to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their love for motorcycling. The Chai-Pakoda Rides, a cherished tradition, offer bikers the opportunity to explore scenic routes while enjoying the quintessential Indian chai and pakodas. Gulf Oil’s presence and support for these rides further enhance the experience, creating unforgettable memories for riders across the country.
Gulf Oil’s continued involvement with India Bike Week underscores the brand’s long-standing dedication to the motorcycling community. The company’s range of high-quality lubricants is crafted to meet the unique demands of bikers, ensuring smoother, more efficient rides across all terrains. With a reputation for reliability and innovation, Gulf remains at the forefront of the motorcycling world, helping enthusiasts make the most of every ride.
About GOLIL
Gulf Oil Lubricants India Limited (GOLIL), part of Hinduja Group and Gulf Oil International, is one of the leading players in the lubricant market in India and has a top 2 / 3 position in key segments amongst the private sector brands. GOLIL has a wide range of world class-leading products in the automotive and industrial lubricants space catering to B2B and B2C segments with a growing distribution network. The brand has tie-ups with over 30 leading OEM’s and a leader in the direct sales network to industrial, infrastructure and institutional customers, and exports to over 25 countries. Along with automotive and industrial lubricants, greases, we have a growing share in the 2-wheeler batteries segment. In India, we have a strong manufacturing and R&D bases with two plants in Silvassa and Ennore, Chennai. The brand is working towards being future-ready to offer additional mobility solutions and has recently tied up with Indra Technologies- UK based charger/mobility company and ElectreeFi, an EV SaaS provider to drive the change.
Today, globally the Gulf brand is present in more than 100 countries across five continents. The Gulf Oil International Group’s core business is manufacturing and marketing an extensive range of over 400 performance lubricants and associated products for all market segments.
Gulf enjoys a strong brand recall built through association with brand ambassadors like Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Hardik Pandya, Smriti Mandhana, Chennai Super Kings coupled with global sporting partnerships like Williams Racing etc.
