24th Run agaist Drug Abuse 2026

Event Overview

The 24th Run against Drug Abuse and Yogathon is organized in conjunction with the Government of India's Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan and International Yoga Day 2026.

Venue & Date

• Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
• Venue: Gandhi Darshan, Rajghat

Race Categories & Fees

10 km Challenge Run (Timing Chip Races)

• Registration Fee: ₹1000
• Categories:
  • Open Category (18 to 30 years) - Men & Women
  • Master's Age Categories - Men & Women
    • 30+ (31 to 40 years)
    • 40+ (41 to 50 years)
    • 50+ (51 to 60 years)
    • 60+ (61 years above)

5 km Beat the Heat (Timing Chip Races)

• Registration Fee: ₹800
• Categories:
  • School Category (10 to 17 years) - Boys & Girls
  • Open Category (18 & above) - Men & Women

1 km Mass Run against Drug Abuse

• Open Fun Run for all participants.

Thematic Poster Competition

• Theme: Say No to Drugs / Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan
• Eligibility: Only for School Students
• Registration Fee: ₹200
• Categories:
  • Sub Junior - up to Class VI
  • Junior - Class VII to IX
  • Senior - Class X to XII

Awards & Prizes

• 10 km & 5 km Races: Top 3 prizes in all categories.
• Club Championship Award: 5 Trophies for the top Club (Running team Support).
• Poster Competition: Top 3 trophies & a gift hamper.

Inclusions for Registered Participants

• Race T-Shirt
• Finisher Medal
• Participation Certificate
• Refreshment
• Goodies Hamper
• Free sampling items
• e-Time Certificate (for timing chip races)

Event Schedule

Friday, June 20, 2026

• BIB Expo: 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Saturday, June 21, 2026 (Race Day)

• 5:30 AM: Reporting Time
• 5:45 AM: Assembly of Runners
• 6:00 AM: Flag off 10 km Challenge Run
• 6:10 AM: Flag off 5 km Beat the Heat
• 6:30 AM: Thematic Poster Competition for school children
• 7:00 AM: Welcome Chief Guest & Dignitaries, Pledge by Minister with all participants
• 7:10 AM: Artistic Yoga shows with Suryanamaskar by all participants
• 7:30 AM: Flag off 1 km Mass Run against Drug Abuse, Flags & Placard Slogan March with Para Military Band and all participants
• 7:45 AM: Awards & Prize Ceremony
• 8:00 AM: Refreshment

Organizers Contact

• Event Director: Dr. Sunita Godara (8587852410 - only Msg), sunitagodara@gmail.com
• BIB Expo & Timing Chip In-charge: Vinod Patel (9718921165)

Bank Details

• Account Holder Name: Health Fitness Trust
• Account Number: 108510011001294
• Bank Name: Union Bank of India
• IFSC Code: UBIN0810851
• MICR Code: 110026177
• Branch Address: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi 110003

About the Event Background

The initiative was taken in 2003 by Health Fitness Trust Director Dr. Sunita Godara (Asian Marathon Champion) in collaboration with the Directorate of Prohibition, Government of Delhi. It has been carried on with main stakeholders in this field including NISD, Ministry of MSJE GOI, and Narcotics Control Bureau, Government of India. Many PSUs, Navratna Oil Companies, and Power companies have supported the cause, including ONGC, NTPC, GAIL, Indian Oil, HPCL, and many more. Regular support partners include Dabur, The Sports Grail, and SAIL, along with many sampling partners.