Assam Rifles announces 6th Shillong Half Marathon for November 2026

The Assam Rifles has announced the 6th edition of the Assam Rifles Half Marathon (ARHM), scheduled to take place in Shillong on Sunday, November 22, 2026. The event is expected to attract over 4,000 runners participating in three distance categories: 5km, 10km, and 21km. Participants can range in age from 12 to over 60 years.

The competition will offer a total prize pool of Rs 25 lakh, making it one of the most lucrative running events in the Northeast region. The race route is set to traverse the Upper Shillong area.

In preparation for the main event, a promotional run was held in Kohima on October 24, flagged off by Major General Harinder Singh Mavi, Inspector General Assam Rifles (North). The promo run aimed to encourage physical fitness and healthy lifestyles among various age groups within the community.