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Rekha Gupta Flags Off Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon as 40,000+ Run Through Capital

The mass run underscored Delhi’s push on public fitness under the national campaign.

Overview

  • Thousands from across India converged on Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium for the 20th edition, which included the Great Delhi Run, Senior Citizens Run, and Champions with Disability events.
  • Chief Minister Rekha Gupta highlighted a sharp rise in women’s participation, calling it a sign of growing awareness and expanding opportunities.
  • Gupta praised the Prime Minister’s fitness movement and said the Delhi government will advance new initiatives to promote sports and healthier lifestyles.
  • Kenya’s Alex Matata won the men’s elite race in 59:50 and Lilian Kasait Rengeruk took the women’s crown in 1:07:20, while Abhishek Pal and Seema topped the Indian fields.
  • Dignitaries and officials attended, international ambassador Carl Lewis was present, Delhi Metro provided free early services for registered runners, and top performers received medals and certificates.