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2026 Delhi Half Marathon preparations

Overview

Preparations for the 21st edition of the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon, scheduled for October 18, 2026, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, have progressed with key announcements.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiled the finisher medal, which is crafted from zinc sourced from the Zawar Mines in Udaipur. The event, a World Athletics Gold Label Race, includes various categories such as the Open 10K, Great Delhi Run, Senior Citizens’ Run, and a Champions with Disability Run. Officials stated the marathon aims to promote fitness and strengthen Delhi’s status as a tourism destination.

Two-time Olympic champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo has been appointed as the international event ambassador. The Bahamian sprinter, a specialist in the 400m, is scheduled to participate in the race and noted the event’s ability to bring together people of diverse backgrounds.

Entities

Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon · Delhi Government · Rekha Gupta · Bahamas · Kapil Mishra

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Shaunae Miller-Uibo named ambassador for Delhi Half Marathon 2026

    Bahamian Olympic champion Shaunae Miller-Uibo has been appointed international ambassador for the 2026 Delhi Half Marathon, set to take place on October 18 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Delhi CM Rekha Gupta unveils 2026 Delhi Half Marathon medal

    Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiled the finisher medal for the 2026 Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon, an event promoting fitness and tourism scheduled for October 18.

Sources

bhaskarlive.in · enavabharat.com · navabharat.com · newsable.asianetnews.com · samacharnama.com