Gear Up for the Delhi Half Marathon 2024: Everything You Need

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If you've ever found yourself saying, "I’m not really a runner," you're not alone. But the Delhi Half Marathon has a way of making even the most reluctant runners give it a shot.

Early morning in Delhi, the streets buzzing with excitement (and let’s be honest, a little bit of smog), and lots of people all wondering, "What did I get myself into?" But hey, it's not as scary as it seems.

It’s a mix of challenge, fun, and maybe a few moments of, "I should've trained more!" So, get your running shoes for the Delhi Half Marathon 2024!

What is a Half Marathon?

A half marathon is a long-distance road running event with a total distance of 21.0975 kilometers (13.1 miles), which is half the length of a full marathon.

It's a popular race for runners who want to challenge themselves with a distance that's shorter than a marathon but still requires significant endurance and training. Half marathons are often held as part of larger marathon events or as standalone races.

It’s the kind of event where you can test your endurance, push your limits, and maybe even reconsider your life choices somewhere around kilometer 15. But don’t worry—by the time you cross that finish line, you’ll be filled with pride, joy, and probably a strong desire for a really big nap.

Running a half marathon: the only time when ‘halfway there’ feels like a major victory

All The Important Details

Race Day: Sunday, 20th October 2024
Starting Point: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
Distance: 21.097 km (Half Marathon)

Registration Details

Opens: Friday, 19th July 2024, 7:00 AM IST
Closes: Friday, 20th September 2024, 11:59 PM IST

The minimum age eligibility to apply for the Half Marathon race category is 18 years and above (born on or before 19.10.2006).

Confirmation Criteria

Here’s everything you need to know to secure your spot and lace up your running shoes for the big day.

Timed Runner Entry Criteria

To apply for the Half Marathon category, you must meet the following criteria:

Timing Certificate Requirement:

• You must have participated in a distance running event held on or after October 1st, 2022.
• Your timing certificate should reflect a finish time of 3 hours 30 minutes (03:30:00) or faster for the Half Marathon distance of 21.097 km.

Event Guidelines:

• The running event must have adhered to strict measurement standards. The course should have been measured either by a World Athletics/AIMS-accredited measurer using the calibrated bicycle method or by a local state athletic association using a GPS measurement device.

• Timing tags should have been securely attached to the running number bibs before distribution. Timing tags handed out separately will not be accepted.
• Provisional timing results should have been displayed on the event’s website within 12 hours of the race’s completion, and the final race results should be accessible and verifiable online.

Confirmation Process:

• Once you submit your application, you can expect to receive confirmation within 10 working days.
• The qualification timing mentioned (03:30:00 or faster) will only be considered for your eligibility to apply for the Half Marathon race category.
• Please note that the final race results, rankings, and timing certificates for the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon 2024 will be issued only to runners who complete the 21.097 km distance within 3 hours 30 minutes from their start time.

How To Apply?

Individual registrants can apply online.

For group entry registration, please refer to this.

Application Fees

Other Important Details

• Bib Collection: Collect your running number bib from the Mirchi Get Active Expo at KD Jadhav Wrestling Stadium, IG Indoor Stadium, Delhi, between 17th-19th October 2024.

Choose your bib collection time slot in advance, as they are first come, first served. Delhi-NCR participants are encouraged to collect their bibs on the 17th or 18th, leaving the 19th for outstation participants.

• Start Line Lineup: On race day, participants will be lined up at the start based on their timing certificates provided during registration. No changes to start waves will be allowed at the expo.
• Race Day T-shirt: Confirmed participants will receive a Puma race day t-shirt at the Bib Collection Center. While we’ll try to provide the size you selected, if unavailable, the next closest size will be offered. No exchanges for size or color will be entertained, and T-shirts will not be couriered.
• Finisher Medal and Timing Certificate: All Half Marathon finishers will receive a medal at the finish line on race day. Make sure to collect it before leaving, as medals won’t be mailed. Provisional results will be available by 5 pm on race day, with timing certificates available for download 21 working days later.

Bib Surrender for Half Marathon Participants

If you're a confirmed Half Marathon participant but can't run on race day due to injury or illness, Procam International offers a Bib Surrender option. Here’s how it works:

Health First: Running without proper training or while ill or injured can be dangerous. If you’re unable to participate, consider surrendering your bib to avoid health risks.

Bib Surrender Process: You can surrender your bib from 30th August 2024 (10:00 AM) to 15th September 2024 (7:00 PM) by filling out the Bib Surrender Request Form. A processing fee of INR 200 will be deducted from your application fee, and the refund will be credited to your source account by 30th November 2024.

Refund Conditions: Only the application fee (minus INR 200) will be refunded. Donations and merchandise payments made during registration are non-refundable. No refunds will be issued for participants who fail to collect their bibs or are disqualified from running on race day due to health issues.

Important Deadlines: Bib surrender requests after 15th September 2024 will not be accepted, and the facility is not available for those registering after this date.

Authorized Process Only: Bibs can only be surrendered directly to Procam International. Unauthorized transfers or attempts to surrender BIS through other means will result in disqualification from the 2024 and 2025 events and may lead to legal action.

Remember

Forrest ran without a plan—sometimes, that’s all you need to start your own journey. Whether it’s for fun, fitness, or a challenge
Run, Forrest, Run! We’ve all heard it, but what happens when you channel that same energy into a half marathon?

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