Hyderabad, The 14th edition of the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, organized by Hyderabad Runners Society (HRS), in association with NMDC and the IDFC First Bank, will be organised on August 23 and 24 with a total prize money of Rs 45 lakhs.
With the marathon receiving the prestigious World Athletics label after Mumbai, Hyderabad proudly hosts the nation’s second-largest marathon with over 28,000 runners registered, including participants from across the country and abroad, the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon promises a spectacular showcase of athleticism and community spirit.
The official T-shirt and medal were launched at a function held here today attended by Sanjeev Sahi, Executive Director, Production & Coordination, NMDC Ltd; Srinivas Gutti, Regional Head, SP & Telangana, IDFC FIRST Bank; Nikhat Zareen, Olympian, Two-time World Boxing Champion; Rajesh Vetcha, Race Director, NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2025 and Arun Kumar Kaliappan , President, Hyderabad Runners Society.
Speaking on the occasion, Arun kumar said that the registrations for the Marathon had to be closed well before so that participants get sufficient time to practice and prepare for the final race to be held on August 24.
Nearly 40 percent of runners come from outside Telangana, he said On August 23 – the 5K ‘Fun Run’ will be flagged off at 7 am, HITEX Grounds while on August 24, Full Marathon (4:30 am), Half Marathon (5:30 am) will be flagged off at People’s Plaza, Necklace Road and the 10K Run at 7:00 am from HITEX, Madhapur, with the culmination of all events at Gachibowli Stadium.
This year’s marathon features elite international athletes, a total prize purse of Rs 45 lakhs, and a scenic route that passes iconic city landmarks including Hussain Sagar, Jubilee Hills, Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge, and Bio-Diversity Park, making it not just a race, but a celebration of Hyderabad’s spirit, he added.
Sanjeev Sahi said, “We’re proud to support this movement for the fourth year, not just as sponsors, but as partners in nation-building. At NMDC, our mission goes beyond mining—we’re committed to strengthening communities through health, education, and sport. As Hyderabad ties its laces once again, we stand with every runner, inspired and ready for the long run.”
World Boxing Champion Nikhat Zareen said that the Marathon was getting better in terms of participation each passing year. The marathon inspires people to lead an active lifestyle.
She shared that she was getting prepared for the World Boxing Championships for Elite men and women to be held in Liverpool, England, in September, and she was confident of winning a medal.
Rajesh Vetcha, said: the event was not about running but making a positive impact on society.
“The 14th edition is not just bigger in numbers, but deeper in impact. With over 28,000 participants, international elites, and powerful charity collaborations, we are taking the Hyderabad Marathon to global standards, he said that this event is about running with purpose—for the environment, for society, and for the soul of this city.
We are happy to announce the new sponsors for this year, Apollo Hospitals as our new medical partner, Asics as the Sports Goods Partner and Tata Copper as the Hydration Partner,” he said.
In a first-of-its-kind initiative, T-shirts were made optional under the “Opt-Out, Help-Out” initiative giving participants a choice to reduce environmental impact and registration costs. This step, along with a series of measures including collaborations with rag pickers and waste management teams, signals the event’s goal to become carbon-neutral shortly, the society said in a release.
Charity is a key pillar of marathons globally—and Hyderabad is no exception.
So far, the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon has raised ₹1.29 crore for charity and hopes to better it by September 15. With 29 NGO partners across sectors such as education, health, women’s empowerment, and sustainability, the event has empowered over 1,500 runners to run for a cause, the release added.
Source: UNI News
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