The 6th edition of Runveer, the Infantry Marathon, celebrates the resilience and unity of the Indian Army, along with the shared pride of the nation and its citizens. This year, the marathon also commemorates the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War, a significant milestone in our country’s history.
Organized annually to commemorate Infantry Day, which marks the foundation of the Infantry, the largest fighting arm of the Indian Army, the event pays tribute to the indomitable spirit and battlefield heroics of our soldiers. By bringing together Army personnel and civilians, the Infantry Marathon fosters a sense of camaraderie and collective patriotism.
This timed 21 KM run is open to both Indian Army personnel and the public, offering an opportunity for competitive runners, while also featuring family-friendly engagements for all ages, promoting interaction between the community and the Army.
By registering*, you would be eligible to participate in any of the following run categories:
- 21 KM (Valid only for adults aged 18 years and above)
- 10 KM (Valid only for runners aged 10 years and above)
- 5 KM (Valid only for runners aged 6 years and above)
By purchasing the ticket you agree to the following
- Please thoroughly go through all information mentioned below prior to submitting your application. Registration confirmation received will be subject to applicable confirmation criteria and the entry rules given herein.
2. Please choose the event category carefully, confirmed registrations are non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be modified. Provide us with a secure email ID/mobile number that you access regularly since this will be our primary means of communication during the run-up to the event.
3. We will be sending regular updates to the mobile number you have provided in the registration form. This should not be treated as spam and you shall not take any action against our bulk SMS service provider as it is in your best interest to receive these updates.
4. Any notice sent to the email address registered with the organizers shall be deemed as received by the runners.
5. Please fill out only those fields that are necessary for mailing purposes. Do not provide redundant data in multiple fields (i.e., do not list the same data for city, province and country), as this will only complicate our ability to contact you, if and when necessary.
6. You are aware that long-distance running is an extreme sport and can be injurious to the body and health. You take full responsibility for participating in this event and do not hold the organizing committee or any of its members or entities responsible for any injury or accident.
7. You shall consult your physician and undergo a complete medical examination to assess your suitability to participate in this event. Organizers reserve the right to stop any participant from participating who is found medically unfit to continue in the opinion of the medical personnel.
8. You also assume all risks associated with participating in this event including, but not limited to, falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, including high heat or humidity/rain, traffic and the condition of the road, arson or terrorist threats and all other risks associated with a public event.
9. You agree that this event or its organizers shall not be liable for any loss or damage of personal belongings, illness, or injury that might occur as a result of your participation in the event.
10. You agree to abide by the instructions provided by all event officials including marathon staff, volunteers, medical personnel, security officers and city officials from time to time in the best interest of your health and event safety.
11. All participants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner during their participation in the event. This means, for example, that urinating or defecating anywhere on or near the course shall be strictly prohibited except in toilet facilities. Anyone violating this rule of conduct shall be disqualified from the event and will be asked to leave the course.
12. Every participant shall be provided with an event bib number, which shall be conspicuously worn on the front during the event. The event bib number is to be worn as issued. No participant shall be permitted to participate in the event without the appropriate bib number.
13. You agree and confirm that your name and media recordings taken during your participation may be used to publicize the event.
14. You acknowledge and agree that your personal information can be stored and used by the organizers and may be shared with third parties engaged by the organizers to the extent necessary for the administration of the event.
15. You confirm that, in the event of adverse weather conditions, public disturbances, major incidents, threats to public order, restriction by any government authority or other unforeseen reasons and circumstances, the organizers reserve the right to stop/cancel/postpone the event. You understand that confirmed registrations and merchandise orders are non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be modified.
16. The organizers reserve the right to reject any application without providing reasons. Any amount collected from rejected applications alone will be refunded in full (excluding bank charges wherever applicable) unless clearly stated otherwise.
17. Runners are recommended to stay off the course beyond the cut-off time considering the safety and traffic regulations.
18. All participants who complete the run will be provided refreshments and participation medals at the end of the marathon.
19. If for any reason you cannot turn up on event day, no refund of any form shall be given.
20. Participants must personally appear to collect running bibs. The bib collection process will be as follows:
a. All confirmed participants/their authorized representatives are required to come to the mentioned location and date (which would be communicated via e-mails) to collect their running number bibs. No running number will be posted to individual mailing addresses.
b. An authorized representative must carry with him/her (a) website confirmation and (b) photo-identity proof (Aadhar card, PAN card, or passport) of the representative and the confirmed participant.
21. If registration is being made on behalf of a minor, you confirm that you are the parent/guardian of the child and that he/she has your permission to take part in the event. You further concur that all the above rules shall apply to him/her. The minimum age of participants under each of the categories is as under:
| Event | Age |
| 21 Kms | 18 & above |
| 10 Kms | 10 & above |
| 5 Kms | 6 & above |
22. For participants under the age of 18, Registration is treated as provisional and will be confirmed subject to the Waiver Form being signed by the Parent/ Guardian (specifying their exact relation to the minor) and a scanned copy of the signed form being sent to redfmrunveer@gmail.com
23. Online registration for the marathon can only be done via the Townscript website and offline registrations can only be done through authorized military personnel. No other individual/group has been authorized to collect entries on behalf of the organizers. Organizers will not be held responsible for any false registrations carried out over any other mode other than the modes explicitly mentioned above.
24. Where any discrepancy is found in any of the above-mentioned mandatory requirements, your application will not be accepted.
25. Army ticket-purchasers need to carry a valid identity proof failing which the organizers reserve the right to cancel the participant’s registration.
26. The winner of the race under each event category (21KM, 10KM, 5KM) will receive such Prizes as may be notified by the organizers before the commencement of the RunVeer Marathon.
27. You also understand and agree that you may be contacted for marketing and promotion of offers and that you grant us explicit permission to send communications on your mobile number & email address provided herein above. Participants can opt out at any time by clicking unsubscribe on the bottom of our emails.
28. The event organizers reserve the right to amend or alter the terms of the RunVeer Marathon at any point in time without any notice.
29. You expressly understand and agree that:
a. You have given true and complete information in this application form and you/your ward are/is solely responsible for the accuracy of this information;
b. You understand the risk of participating on a course with vehicular traffic, even if the course may be regulated/policed;
c. You understand that you/your ward must be of, and must train to, an appropriate level of fitness to participate in such a physically demanding event and you/your ward have obtained a medical clearance from a registered medical practitioner, allowing you/your ward to participate in the event.
30. No advice or information, whether oral or written, obtained by you from Event Organizers or through or from the service shall create any warranty not expressly stated in the Terms & Conditions.
