Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Hyderabad Marathon Kicks Off with 5K Run and Record Registrations
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is a big running event happening in Hyderabad.
It started with a short warm-up run called the 5K Curtain Raiser, where lots of people ran together.
The main marathon, with longer races, will be on August 24.
This year, a record number of people have signed up to run.
The event is also about staying healthy and raising awareness about important things like safe banking.
People from all over India and other countries will be running, and there are even special athletes participating.
The 14th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon kicked off with a 5K Curtain Raiser run at Hitex.
Over 8,000 participants joined the 5K run.
The main marathon event, featuring Full and Half Marathons, will be held on August 24.
A record 28,000 runners have registered for the marathon.
IDFC FIRST Bank promoted cyber safety and financial awareness at the event.
- Who
- Over 8,000 participants, including elite athletes and runners from various locations.
- What
- The 14th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, including a 5K Curtain Raiser run.
- When
- The 5K run was held on Saturday morning; the main event is on August 24.
- Where
- The 5K run was at Hitex, and the main event starts at People’s Plaza, Necklace Road and Hitex, Madhapur.
- Why
- To promote fitness and an active lifestyle, and to raise awareness on issues like cyber safety.
- Event Name
- 14th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon
- Curtain Raiser
- 5K Run
- Curtain Raiser Location
- Hitex
- Main Event Date
- August 24
- Registrations
- 28,000
- Sponsor
- IDFC FIRST Bank