Adani Ahmedabad Marathon 10th edition set for Nov 29; registrations open
Synopsis
The Adani Ahmedabad Marathon turns ten — and registrations for the 29 November 2025 edition opened on Kargil Vijay Diwas, doubling the occasion's symbolism. With 24,000-plus runners in the last edition and AIMS global certification since 2022, the race is no longer just Gujarat's biggest road run; it is a nationally significant sporting and civic event.
Key Takeaways
Adani Sportsline opened registrations for the 10th Adani Ahmedabad Marathon on 26 July 2025 , coinciding with Kargil Vijay Diwas .
The marathon is scheduled for 29 November 2025 at the Sabarmati Riverfront Sports Park , Ahmedabad.
The previous edition attracted more than 24,000 runners , making it one of India's largest road races.
The event has been listed on the AIMS Global Marathon Event List since 2022 and is certified by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) .
Four race categories are available: full marathon ( 42.195 km ), half marathon ( 21.097 km ), 10 km , and 5 km .
The #Run4OurSoldiers theme continues, honouring India's Armed Forces.
Adani Sportsline on Sunday, 26 July 2025 threw open registrations for the 10th edition of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon, scheduled for 29 November 2025. The launch was timed to coincide with Kargil Vijay Diwas, reinforcing the event's long-running tribute theme #Run4OurSoldiers, which honours the courage and sacrifice of India's Armed Forces.
A Decade on the Road
Over ten years, the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon has grown into one of India's most prominent road-running events, drawing elite athletes, amateur runners, fitness enthusiasts and families alike. The previous edition recorded participation from more than 24,000 runners, cementing its standing as a premier community race. Since 2022, the event has featured on the Global Marathon Event List of the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), and all race routes remain certified by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI).
Race Categories and Route
The 10th edition will once again begin at the Sabarmati Riverfront Sports Park in Ahmedabad, with runners tracing a course along the Sabarmati Riverfront past several of the city's prominent landmarks. Participants can choose from four categories: the full marathon (42.195 km), half marathon (21.097 km), 10 km, and 5 km. Registrations are currently open.
What the Organisers Said
Sanjay Adesara, Chief Business Officer (CBO) of Adani Sportsline, described the milestone as a reflection of the event's broader mission. 'What began as an effort to encourage more people to embrace running has grown into one of the state's largest community sporting events. Opening registrations on Kargil Vijay Diwas makes this edition especially meaningful. Through #Run4OurSoldiers, we invite people to run in honour of the courage, dedication and sacrifice of our Armed Forces as we celebrate a decade of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon,' Adesara said.
Significance Beyond Sport
Since its inception, the marathon has positioned itself as more than a competitive event. The #Run4OurSoldiers theme gives participants a platform to acknowledge the service of the country's armed forces while promoting healthier lifestyles and community participation in sports across Gujarat. This comes amid a broader surge in mass-participation running events across Indian cities, with road races increasingly doubling as civic and cultural touchpoints. The Ahmedabad Marathon's AIMS listing places it in the same global registry as several international majors, lending it credibility beyond the domestic circuit.
What to Expect Next
With registrations now live, organisers are expected to announce elite athlete participation and pacer details in the weeks ahead. Given the previous edition's 24,000-runner turnout, the 10th anniversary edition is likely to target a higher participation milestone. The event is slated for 29 November 2025 in Ahmedabad.
Point of View
And Adani Sportsline has executed it consistently across editions. What is worth watching is whether the 10th edition uses its AIMS certification and decade-long brand equity to push international runner participation, which remains thin compared to Mumbai or Delhi. The 24,000-runner figure is strong for a Tier-1 Indian city outside the metros, but scaling further will require elite international fields and prize money that attracts global attention. The #Run4OurSoldiers theme also insulates the event from the kind of corporate-event criticism that dogs other branded marathons — a strategic asset that organisers have wisely retained.
NationPress
26 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon 2025?
The 10th edition of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon is scheduled for 29 November 2025. The race starts from the Sabarmati Riverfront Sports Park in Ahmedabad.
How can I register for the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon 2025?
Registrations for the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon 2025 opened on 26 July 2025 and are currently live. Runners can choose from four categories: full marathon, half marathon, 10 km, and 5 km.
What is the #Run4OurSoldiers theme?
#Run4OurSoldiers is the marathon's long-standing tribute theme that invites participants to run in honour of the courage and sacrifice of India's Armed Forces. It has been a defining feature of the event since its early editions.
Is the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon internationally recognised?
Yes. Since 2022, the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon has been listed on the Global Marathon Event List of the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS). All race routes are also certified by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI).
How many runners participated in the previous edition?
The previous edition of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon recorded participation from more than 24,000 runners, reinforcing its status as one of India's premier road-running events.
