The Delhi Half Marathon will be flagged off on Sunday from the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, as thousands of runners from across India and around the world take to the streets of the capital to cross the finish line and earn their medal.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
CM Rekha Gupta said, \"The Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon, with a focus on health, fitness, increased participation of women, and its wider socio-economic and charitable impact, has become an important initiative for the National Capital. The enthusiasm and joy of the participants is truly inspiring, and the Delhi Government stands with the event to make this edition even more successful.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Crafted from high-quality zinc sourced from the legendary Zawar Mines in Udaipur, one of the world\u2019s oldest zinc mining sites, and produced by Hindustan Zinc Limited, part of the Vedanta Group, the medal represents something far greater than a race-day memento.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Kapil Mishra, Minister of Labour, Employment and Tourism, Government of NCT of Delhi , added, \u201cThe Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon has become an annual calendar event for Delhi, bringing together people from across the country and the world. The Delhi Government and Delhi Tourism are fully committed to promoting such sporting events, which continues to strengthen Delhi\u2019s position as a tourism destination. We look forward to making the 18th October edition a grand success.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Continuing a cherished tradition of the Delhi Half Marathon, the 2026 Finisher\u2019s Medal brings together India\u2019s rich natural heritage and the deeply personal journey of every runner.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Chairperson, Hindustan Zinc Ltd, and Non-Executive Director, Vedanta Ltd , Said, \u201cRooted in India\u2019s rich industrial heritage, the medal stands as a powerful symbol of strength, resilience and endurance. Through our #RunForZeroHunger campaign, every kilometre run carries a larger purpose \u2014 helping nourish children and animals in need while inspiring people across the country to embrace a healthier, more active and compassionate future.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Half Marathon registrations closed within 100 hours, the fastest closure in the event\u2019s history. The Great Delhi Run, Champions with Disability and Senior Citizen Run have also received an overwhelming response, with registrations filling rapidly. This reflects Delhi\u2019s growing passion for fitness and running, and the event\u2019s evolution into a celebration that brings the city together through movement, participation and purpose.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Chairperson, Hindustan Zinc Ltd, and Non-Executive Director, Vedanta Ltd , Said, \u201cRooted in India\u2019s rich industrial heritage, the medal stands as a powerful symbol of strength, resilience and endurance. Through our #RunForZeroHunger campaign, every kilometre run carries a larger purpose \u2014 helping nourish children and animals in need while inspiring people across the country to embrace a healthier, more active and compassionate future.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Delhi Half Marathon is grateful for the unstinted support from the Government of NCT of Delhi; the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports GOI; the Ministry of External Affairs GOI; the Ministry of Home Affairs GOI; the Sports Authority of India (SAI); Athletics Federation of India; Delhi Police; New Delhi Municipal Corporation; Municipal Corporation of Delhi; The Indian Army; Raj Bhavan Delhi; World Athletics (WA), Association of International Marathons & Distance Races (AIMS) and Global Sports Communication (GSC),\" the organisers said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n