THE BHOPAL MARATHON

Get ready, Bhopal!

PROGRESSIVE MOTION NETWORK welcomes you to experience the joy of running at THE BHOPAL MARATHON. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, competing for the podium, or simply enjoying the run with friends and family – this event is for YOU.

The BHOPAL MARATHON is presented by DAINIK BHASKAR and organized by PROGRESSIVE MOTION NETWORK, is here to bring together runners, fitness enthusiasts, and families for one of the most exciting sporting events of the year. With race categories for every age and fitness level, this event is more than just a run – it’s a celebration of health, endurance, and community spirit.

RACE CATEGORIES: We have carefully designed multiple categories to make sure there’s something for everyone:

1.5 km Fancy Dress Run: Perfect for kids and families.

3 km Fun Indian Attire Run

5 km Family Run: Perfect for beginners, families, and fitness lovers who want to enjoy the marathon atmosphere.

10 km Endurance Run: Age Categories: 15 years – below 31 years, 31 – below 46 years, 46 – below 61 years & 61 years & above in Men & Women.

21 km Half Marathon: Age Categories: 18 years – below 31 years, 31 – below 46 years, 46 – below 61 years, 61 years & above in Men and Women.

PARTICIPATION ELEMENTS:

For 3 km & 5 km Fun Run: Premium Dry-Fit T-Shirt, Finisher Medal, Certificate of Participation, On-route Hydration & Post-race Refreshments

For 10 km & Half Marathon: Premium Dry-Fit T-Shirt, Timing Chip, Finisher Medal, E-Certificate of Participation, On-route Hydration & Energy Stations, Medical Support, Exciting Prize Categories (to be announced later)

PRIZES: Attractive cash prizes and trophies for top finishers in the 10 km and Half Marathon across all age categories. (Detailed prize structure will be announced shortly.)

LAST DATE TO REGISTER IS 15th January 2026.

VENUE & DATE: Location: Bhopal (exact route & venue will be announced soon)

Date: SUNDAY, 25/01/2026

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WHY JOIN: Be a part of Bhopal’s premier running event, Run alongside national & international participants, Celebrate fitness, sportsmanship, and community bonding, Create memories that will last a lifetime