NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2025 Set To Make History With Record Participation And Green Goals

Hyderabad: The 14th edition of the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, powered by IDFC FIRST Bank, is all set to take place on August 23 and 24, 2025, promising not just a test of endurance, but a celebration of community, charity, and environmental responsibility.

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Recognised as a World Athletics Label Race and India’s second-largest city marathon, this year’s event has already set a new benchmark with a record-breaking 28,000 registrations, drawing participants from across India and overseas.

Big Names, Big Launch

At a grand event held at Hyatt Place, Banjara Hills, the official T-shirt and finisher medal were unveiled by:

• Nikhat Zareen, Olympian and two-time World Boxing Champion
• Sanjeev Sahi, ED, Production & Coordination, NMDC
• Srinivas Gutti, Regional Head, SP & Telangana, IDFC FIRST Bank
• Rajesh Vetcha, Race Director, NMDC Hyderabad Marathon

Nikhat Zareen praised the event for encouraging fitness among citizens and called it a key force in promoting an active lifestyle.

A Race with a Purpose: Fitness, Community, Charity

Race Director Rajesh Vetcha emphasized that the marathon is about more than just running.

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“This is a race with a heart. It’s about impacting society positively—environmentally, socially, and emotionally,” he said.

• ₹1.29 crore has already been raised for charity, with a target of ₹3 crore
• 29 NGOs have partnered with the event
• Over 1,500 runners are running for a cause

Top corporate donors include Arcesium, HBL Engineering, and Human Development Trust.

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A Greener, Smarter Marathon

In a step toward sustainability, this year introduces the innovative “Opt-Out, Help-Out” program, giving participants the option to skip T-shirts and contribute to environmental goals instead.

Other green initiatives include:

• Partnerships with ragpickers and waste management agencies
• A push to become carbon neutral
• Eco-friendly materials for event collateral

Massive Community Involvement

The event is backed by the Government of Telangana, Hyderabad Runners Society, and city authorities, making it a city-wide celebration. Over 40% of participants are coming from outside Telangana, highlighting its national and international appeal.

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President of Hyderabad Runners Society, Arun Kumar Kaliappan, encouraged citizens to cheer for runners and join in the fitness movement.

Race Schedule and Routes

Event Dates: August 23–24, 2025

August 23 (Saturday):

• 5K Fun Run – 7:00 AM at HITEX Grounds

August 24 (Sunday):

• Full Marathon – 4:30 AM from Necklace Road
• Half Marathon – 5:30 AM from Necklace Road
• 10K Run – 7:00 AM from HITEX, Madhapur

All races will culminate at Gachibowli Stadium.

The scenic route will pass Hyderabad landmarks like:

• Hussain Sagar Lake
• Jubilee Hills
• Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge
• Bio-Diversity Park

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World-Class Support and Sponsors

The 2025 edition brings on:

• Apollo Hospitals – Official Medical Partner
• Asics – Sports Goods Partner
• Tata Copper – Hydration Partner

These collaborations further solidify the marathon’s mission to meet global standards in athletic events.

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