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Indian Air Force Opens Registrations for Sekhon Marathon 2026
The Indian Air Force is organizing a large running event called the Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2026.
It will happen on October 4 in seven cities at the same time.
The Mumbai race will start at Cross Maidan.
People can choose 5K, 10K or half-marathon distances.
The event remembers Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, a war hero from 1971.
The IAF wants people to become healthier and more disciplined.
It also hopes the event will help civilians learn more about the armed forces.
People can register online through the official marathon website or event ticketing platforms.
The Indian Air Force has opened registrations for the Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2026, scheduled for October 4.
The mass-participation event will take place simultaneously across seven cities, including Mumbai.
The marathon honors Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, who defended Srinagar Airfield during the 1971 war.
The Mumbai event will begin at Cross Maidan and offer 5K, 10K and 21.1-kilometre categories.
The IAF says the event promotes fitness, discipline, defence awareness and interest in military careers.
- Who
- The Indian Air Force is organizing the event for civilian runners, veterans, armed forces personnel and fitness enthusiasts.
- What
- The Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2026 will offer 5K, 10K and 21.1-kilometre running categories.
- Where
- The event will be held simultaneously across seven cities, with the Mumbai edition starting at Cross Maidan in South Mumbai.
- When
- The marathon is scheduled for October 4, 2026; registrations are open.
- Why
- The IAF aims to honor Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon while promoting fitness, discipline, defence awareness and interest in armed forces careers.
Key facts
- Event
- Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2026 (SIM-26)
- Date
- October 4, 2026
- Cities
- Seven cities simultaneously
- Mumbai venue
- Cross Maidan, South Mumbai
- Race categories
- 5K Run, 10K Run and 21.1-kilometre half marathon
- Mumbai half-marathon fee
- Rs 2,000 for participants and Rs 1,500 for defence personnel
- Registration
- www.sekhoniafmarathon.in and standard event ticketing platforms
Quotes
A Defence spokesperson
An unnamed spokesperson representing the defence authorities organizing the marathon
“SIM-26 is envisaged as a vital bridging effort between the military and the civilian populace, motivating young citizens to adopt healthy lifestyle choices while inspiring them to consider a career in the Armed Forces”
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