DURGAPUR INTERNATIONAL MARATHON-RUN FOR UNITY

Durgapur International Marathon 2026 – Run for Unity

Durgapur is set to make history with the inaugural Durgapur International Marathon 2026, a marquee sporting event under the Lalbaba Rice Durgapur Sports Carnival 2026. Organized by Durgapur Club Samannay, the marathon aims to promote fitness, unity, and sporting excellence while encouraging mass participation across all age groups.

Scheduled for Sunday, 25th January 2026, the event is expected to witness runners from across India and overseas. With professionally managed routes, digital timing, and world-class race experience, the marathon promises to be a landmark event in Eastern India’s running calendar.

Race Categories

• 21 km - Half Marathon-Timed Run
• 10 km-Timed Run
• 5 km- Non Timed Run
• 2 km -Only For Para Athletes

The 21 km and 10 km categories carry a total prize purse of ₹5 lakh, encouraging competitive excellence, while all distances focus on inclusivity and participation.

Runner Entitlements

• Official Event T-shirt
• Finisher Medal
• Digitally Timed Certificate
• Refreshments & On-route Support

The marathon is a key highlight of the Lalbaba Rice Durgapur Sports Carnival 2026, a multi-sport festival featuring Badminton, Basketball, Kho-Kho, Table Tennis, Football, and Cricket. With the support of the Bengal Olympic Association, the event reinforces a shared vision of nurturing grassroots talent and building a strong sporting culture.

Join us as Durgapur runs for unity, fitness, and excellence - and becomes a proud destination on India’s endurance sports map.