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Nearly 10,000 Runners Join Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2026 in Mumbai
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🗓 05 Oct 2026, 05:41 AM
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The Sekhon Indian Air Force Marathon 2026 was held in Mumbai, drawing close to 10,000 participants. The event showcased widespread enthusiasm for running among civilians and service personnel.
The marathon was organized by the Indian Air Force and named in honour of Sekhon. It took place in Mumbai, attracting a large crowd of runners from various backgrounds.
Officials reported that nearly 10,000 individuals registered for the event, including serving Air Force personnel, veterans and civilian athletes. The turnout reflected the growing interest in long-distance running across the city.
Organisers said the marathon aimed to promote fitness, discipline and camaraderie, and they praised the enthusiastic response as a sign of the event's increasing popularity.
Officials reported that nearly 10,000 individuals registered for the event, including serving Air Force personnel, veterans and civilian athletes. The turnout reflected the growing interest in long-distance running across the city.
Organisers said the marathon aimed to promote fitness, discipline and camaraderie, and they praised the enthusiastic response as a sign of the event's increasing popularity.