Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon Makes A Comeback With 19th Edition

EE News Desk Jul 24, 2024

The registrations are now open for the on-ground race on 20 October, 2024 and virtual races

The 19th Edition of the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon 2024 is making a comeback to the streets of the capital. Participants from around the globe will unite, championing the transformative power this event has on each of them. Inspiring each one to go beyond convention, beyond what’s expected, beyond what’s possible, every participant will bring forth and add a unique colour to all the celebrations on 20 October, 2024.

The announcement was marked by a launch ceremony held in New Delhi on 23 July, 2024 where Ancy Sojan Edappilly, Asian Games 2022 Long Jump Silver Medallist showed her support for the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon.

Registrations for the physical and virtual races of the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon have commenced. The World Athletics Gold Label Race, with US$ 260,000 in prize money, will feature some of the fastest athletes competing alongside amateurs from across the globe.

Vedanta has championed the cause of #RunForZeroHunger in the last two years of its association. For every kilometre run, it pledged to provide a meal to a child in need of better nourishment through its social impact initiatives under the Anil Agarwal Foundation.

Continuing the association this year, Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Chairperson Hindustan Zinc and Non-executive Director, Vedanta who also leads social impact initiatives under AAF said, “It is that time of the year when the entire nation comes together to run for a cause, #RunforZeroHunger, at the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon. For every kilometre run, we will contribute one meal and this year our aim is 5 million meals. Let's come together and run to create a brighter, hunger-free future for India."

As Vedanta continues to support #RunForZeroHunger, in this edition it has committed to go beyond children and also feed animals in need. Vedanta strongly believes that all beings deserve a better future and this extension through 'Meals For All', it will bring the collective strength of people towards a nourished India.

“We are thrilled to announce registrations for the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon, an event that continues to push the boundaries of athletic excellence and community engagement. This 19-year legacy has carved a way for inclusivity, philanthropy, and sustainable practices. United by a common purpose, and with the support of all stakeholders, we intend to scale new heights this year,” said Vivek Singh, Joint MD, Procam International.

Unique Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon Finisher Medal

This Finisher Medal honours and celebrates every participant's hard work and zeal for running. The Finisher’s Medal is made from the highest-grade zinc that comes from Zawar Mines of Udaipur. The zinc is produced by Hindustan Zinc, a Vedanta Group company.

Registration & Race Day Details

Registrations for all physical race categories—Half Marathon, Open 10K, Great Delhi Run (4.5 km), Senior Citizens’ Run (2.5 km), and Champions with Disability Run (2.5 km)— began on 19 July, 2024, at 7 am. Registration will stay open until 11.59 pm on 20 September, 2024, or until all spots are filled, whichever comes first.

To encourage more women to join, a limited number of spots are reserved for those who can't provide a timing certificate or don't meet the timing requirements listed on the event website.

The Half Marathon and the Police Cup will start at 5 am, followed by the Elite Men & Women Race at 7 am. The Champions with Disability & Senior Citizen Run at 7.05 am and the Great Delhi Run at 9 am. All the above race categories will start and end at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

The Open 10K will begin at 7.50 am from Sansad Marg and end at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Virtual Run: People from around the globe can join the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon and participate virtually through the exclusive Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon app. The virtual race options include a Half Marathon, an Open 10K, and the Great Delhi Run (5 km). The registrations will remain open until 11.59 pm on 11 October, 2024.

Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon has received 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), Indian Athletics 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).