NMDC and Hyderabad Runners launch the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2022

Hyderabad, 12 July 2022: NMDC and Hyderabad Runners Society along with IDFC First Bank and the Government
of Telangana launched the logo and unveiled the race t-shirt for the 2022 edition of the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon
today. The national mining major, NMDC has taken up the Title of Sponsorship of the Hyderabad Marathon to be held
on the 27th and 28th of August this year. The Face of NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2022 – Ms. Nikhat Zareen, World
Champion Boxer is virtually connected to the event. Shri Sumit Deb CMD, NMDC; Shri Narayan TV, CMO, IDFC
FIRST Bank; and Race Director Mr. Prashant Morparia were present during the launch ceremony and ensuing Press
Meet.
The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2022 will run through the heart of the city and anticipates 15,000 runners, health
and fitness enthusiasts taking part and will engage 3500 volunteers, 250 medical personnel, city officials and the
police force. Marking the beginning of marathon season in India, a curtain-raiser – 5K Fun Run will be held on
Saturday, August 27th and the 10K, Half Marathon (21.095 km), and Full Marathon (42.195 km) will take place on
August 28th, 2022, the Marathon Sunday.
Connecting to the event via Video Conference, Ms. Nikhat Zareen said “I am happy to be associated with the 11th
Edition of NMDC Hyderabad Marathon supported by Hyderabad Runners. I am glad that Hyderabad Runners has
been actively involved in helping people lead active lifestyles and making running the preferred form of fitness
activity.” She also appealed to the public to register and participate in the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, which is the
largest community fitness event in the city.

“We are happy to partner with the Hyderabad Marathon,” said Shri Sumit Deb CMD, NMDC at the launch event.
“NMDC is a patron of the Government of India’s Fit India India Movement. We always come forward to endorse
sporting events and to boost health and fitness in the people of our country. Partnering with the Hyderabad Runners,
who have spent a decade building the Hyderabad Marathon and inspiring the city to run for fitness, is our honor. I
invite runners from across the globe to participate in the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon and make the 2022 edition a
remarkable one.” Shri Sumit Deb also talked about the social capital that NMDC has built over decades, “Investing
in education and health, empowering women, upskilling youth, and generating employment opportunities, NMDC
has been a steady pillar in enabling progress in remote regions of our country.”
Shri Narayan TV, CMO, IDFC FIRST Bank, said, “As Powered by, the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is an
opportunity for us to connect with people in this amazing and vibrant city of Hyderabad. The association also aligns
with our philosophy of creating social good. We are happy to be part of this signature event by Hyderabad Runners
that celebrates health, fitness, and sport.”

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Prashant Morparia, Race Director – NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, said, “We are
extremely delighted to welcome NMDC on board the 11th edition of the Hyderabad Marathon, which will be the
NMDC Hyderabad Marathon powered by IDFC First Bank. The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, which has an
IAAF/AIIMS certified course will aim to give its participants a world-class experience. Together with NMDC, we
hope to see a Fit, Active and Healthy nation. We thank the Government of Telangana, our sponsors, and partners for
their constant patronage and support for the largest annual sporting event in Hyderabad. We look forward to the
support and encouragement from every corner of the city and be part of this exciting city event.”
The Full and Half Marathons will traverse the landmarks in the city giving the runners a picturesque view of the
Hussain Sagar Lake, the Durgam Cheruvu Cable Bridge, and the IT Corridor, while spreading the healthy lifestyle
message among Hyderabad denizens.