4th Edition
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ELITE MARATHON 4.0

STOP DRUGS, START LIFE
THANK YOU / நன்றி

THANK YOU ALL. 🙏🏻

It’s Time to Say our sincere Gratitude to all our

  • Participants
  • Public
  • Sponsors
  • Superintendent of Police
  • District Police
  • Traffic Police
  • Home Guards
  • DSO
  • Dean – Dharmapuri Medical College
  • Joint Director Medical Services
  • Dharmapuri District Athletic Association
  • Dharmapuri Municipality
  • Rotary Club of Dharmapuri
  • Rotary Club of Dharmapuri MidTown
  • Rotary Club of Dharmapuri Phoenix
  • Ground Men
  • Volunteers
  • Beloved Members of ROTARY CLUB OF DHARMAPURI ELITE

for making 4th ELITE MARATHON 2026 a Grand Success with 5200+ participants. Without your support this Grand Success wouldn’t have happened.

Thank you once again.

We will meet you all in 5th ELITE MARATHON 2027 🏃‍♂️

STOP DRUGS, START LIFE.

ROTARY CLUB OF DHARMAPURI ELITE PRESENTS

Elite Marathon 4.0 - 2026

Join us at District Sports Stadium, Dharmapuri, on Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 5:30 AM. Run with your community and support our "STOP DRUGS, START LIFE" initiative. 5K Entry: ₹250 | 10K Entry: ₹400.

Every registered runner receives an event T-shirt, race bib, finisher medal, participation certificate and refreshments. Awards are presented to top finishers.
1 November 2026

Sunday Morning • 5.30AM Flag-Off

District Sports Stadium

Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu, India

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5K: ₹250 | 10K: ₹400

T-shirt, race bib, finisher medal, participation certificate & refreshments

OUR PURPOSE & CAUSE / எங்கள் நோக்கம்

Why We Run & Why Elite Marathon 4.0

Every stride carries a mission to inspire healthy living, empower our youth, and unite our community.

Why We Run - Dharmapuri Youth Runners YOUTH & COMMUNITY
OUR COMMITMENT • THE CAUSE

WHY WE RUN

We run because our youth deserve a brighter future. We run because health matters. We run because awareness can inspire change, and communities united by a purpose can make a difference.

ELITE MARATHON 4.0 is our commitment to promoting fitness, standing against drug abuse, and inspiring a generation to choose life, health, and hope.

"We are not just running a marathon. We are running for a cause that matters."

Why Elite Marathon 4.0 - Rotary Club Dharmapuri Elite EDITION 4.0 • 2026
OUR CAUSE & MISSION

WHY ELITE MARATHON 4.0?

We run to inspire healthy living, empower our youth, and create awareness against drug abuse. Every step is a step towards a healthier community and a brighter future.

"We don't just run to finish. We run to make a difference."

STOP DRUGS. START LIFE.
Find your distance

Two distances. One big finish.

Choose the run that feels right for you and be part of Dharmapuri’s biggest morning of movement.

Runners taking part in the 2025 Elite Marathon 5K

A great first step

5K Community Run — Entry ₹250/-

Move at your own pace, bring your friends, and finish with the pride of showing up.

  • Entry Fee: ₹250/-
  • Cash Prizes: ₹79,000 Pool (Top 20 Men & Women)
  • Welcoming distance for every fitness level
  • Event T-shirt, race bib & participation certificate
  • T-Shirt Sizes: Men: L, XL | Women: L
  • Refreshments and a feel-good finish
5K Registration Closed
Participants at the Elite Marathon starting line 10K

Go a little further

10K Challenge — Entry ₹400/-

Set a new goal, find your rhythm, and take on a rewarding challenge with the running community.

  • Entry Fee: ₹400/-
  • Cash Prizes: ₹73,000 Pool (Top 10 Men & Women)
  • A motivating challenge for regular runners
  • Event T-shirt, race bib & participation certificate
  • Refreshments and podium awards for top finishers
10K Registration Closed
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ELITE MARATHON 4.0

STOP DRUGS • START LIFE
🌿 PRIZE MONEY CHART 🌿
5K Category Prize Money Chart - Men & Women
10K prize money: ₹36,500 each for men and women, ₹73,000 combined.
Prize totals: 5K ₹39,500 per gender and ₹79,000 combined; 10K ₹36,500 per gender and ₹73,000 combined; grand total ₹76,000 per gender and ₹1,52,000 combined.
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GRAND TOTAL PRIZE MONEY
(ALL CATEGORIES)
₹1,52,000
Rtn. M. G. Geevan
President
Rtn. PHF. K. Suresh Subramaniam
Secretary
Rtn. D. Prassanna Ramanan
Treasurer
YOUR RACE-DAY EXPERIENCE

Every Registered 5Km & 10Km Participants will receive

Official Event Deliverables, Finisher Awards & Race-Day Kit

Official Event T-Shirt Official Gear View Preview

Event T-Shirt

High-performance quick-dry athletic running T-shirt provided to every registered participant.

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Official Rotary Club Dharmapuri Elite Finisher Medal Finisher Award View Preview

Official Elite Marathon Medal

Prestigious heavy-metal commemorative finisher medal awarded to all successful finishers at the finish line.

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Official Elite Marathon 4.0 Race BiB Official BiB View Preview

Race BiB

Official Elite Marathon 4.0 competitor timed bib number complete with safety pins.

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Participation Certificate Certificate View Preview

Participation Certificate

An official verified certificate recognizing your participation and achievement in the event.

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OFFICIAL FINISHER MEDALS • அதிகாரப்பூர்வ பதக்கங்கள்

Official Finisher Medals

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Edition of the Elite Marathon

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₹250 / ₹400

5K & 10K Entry Fees

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01.11.26

Sunday, 1 November 2026

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5:30 AM

Race-Day Flag-Off

Main Venue

Dharmapuri District Sports Stadium

District Sports Stadium, Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu, India

The Elite Marathon 2026 will be held at the Dharmapuri District Sports Stadium—a spacious open-air venue equipped to handle marathon logistics, large crowds, and event coordination efficiently. The stadium serves as the starting point, running corridor hub, and celebration zone.

  • Official Starting Point & Finish Line Arena
  • Running Corridor Hub & Staging Zone
  • Large Capacity Stadium Logistics & Celebration Zone
  • Medical Stations, First Aid & Hydration Counters
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Dharmapuri District Sports Stadium Venue
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OUR 3-YEAR JOURNEY OF IMPACT / எங்கள் சாதனைப் பயணம்

3 Years of Growth & Community Spirit

From a small local run to Dharmapuri’s flagship health and fitness event.

2023 • Edition 1
1,500+
Runners

Inaugural Community Run launch in Dharmapuri.

2024 • Edition 2
3,000+
Runners

Doubled participation with district-wide awareness.

2025 • Edition 3
4,500+
Runners

Record turnout with runners from across Tamil Nadu.

2026 • Edition 4
6,000+
Expected Runners

Sunday, 1 Nov 2026 • STOP DRUGS, START LIFE.

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Say Hello, Contact Marathon Team

Have questions about registration, race bib, marathon route, or sponsorships? Drop us a message below.

Event Sponsors & Partners

Proudly supported by leading organizations committed to health, youth & community wellness.

TITLE SPONSOR
Deepa Silks - Title Sponsor
EVENT & ORGANIZED BY
ROTARY CLUB OF DHARMAPURI ELITE
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CO-SPONSORS
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SS Premier Honda - Co-Sponsor
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Arova Labs - Co-Sponsor