Sri Vijaya Puram | January 08, 2026
As part of the celebrations marking National Youth Day, the North Bay Road Marathon 6.0 will be organised under the aegis of the Directorate of Education & Sports, jointly by the Deputy Education Officer, Wimberlygunj. The marathon is scheduled to be held on Sunday, January 11, 2026, starting at 6:00 am.
The event will be conducted along the scenic coastal stretch from Chunnabatta (Ram Mandir) to North Bay and back, offering participants a unique running experience amidst the natural beauty of the area.
The marathon is open free of cost to all islanders as well as school students from the Wimberlygunj Educational Zone. Participants will compete in the following categories:
- 10 km Run: Open to all men (Islanders only) and school boys of the Wimberlygunj Educational Zone.
- 5 km Run: Open to all women (Islanders only) and school girls of the Wimberlygunj Educational Zone.
Cash prizes will be awarded to winners in each category.
On-the-spot registration will be conducted at the venue from 5:30 am onwards. The organisers have invited enthusiastic participation from youth, students, and fitness enthusiasts to make the event a success and to promote sportsmanship and healthy living in the Islands.
