After the resounding success of the inaugural edition of the ‘Raurkela Half Marathon’, held on 24th January 2026, SAIL Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP), is all set to organize the second edition i.e. ‘Raurkela Half Marathon-2027’ in Raurkela, on 24th January 2027, coinciding with the SAIL Foundation Day celebrations. Themed “Run for Prosperity,” the event aims to promote fitness, community spirit, and a healthy lifestyle among the people of Raurkela and beyond. It is noteworthy that the AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races) certified is designed as per and world standards.
It is worth mentioning here that the marathon will feature four running categories to encourage participation across different age groups and abilities:
a. 21.1 KM (Half Marathon) – {Age group (18-45) (45 and above)}
b. 10 KM – Men & Women {Age group (18-45) (45 and above)}
c. 5 KM – Men & Women {Age group (Below 18 years) (18-45) (45 and above)}
d. KM – Specially-abled participants (Open category of all ages)
Online registration for different categories of the marathon has already begun. The marathon is expected to witness enthusiastic participation from SAIL employees, their families, and fitness enthusiasts from across the country like the previous edition.
A total prize money of Rs. 7,00,000/- has been earmarked for winners across all categories. 1st Prize winners of Men and Women of 18-45 age group in 21.1Km category will be awarded with Rs. 51,000/- followed by Rs. 31,000/- and Rs. 21,000/- to the 2nd and 3rd prize winners. Next 5 winners in the same category will awarded with Rs. 1000/- as consolation award.
Similarly, 1st Prize winners of Men and Women of 45 & Above age group in 21.1Km category will be awarded with Rs. 31,000/- followed by Rs. 21,000/- and Rs. 15,000/- to the 2nd and 3rd prize winners. Next 5 winners in the same category will awarded with Rs. 1000/- as consolation award.
The 1st Prize winner of Men and Women of both age groups in 10Km category will be awarded with Rs. 21,000/- followed by Rs. 11,000/- and Rs. 7,100/- to the 2nd and 3rd prize winners. Consolation award of Rs. 750/- will be given to the next 5 winners. In the 5Km, 1st prize winners of Men and Women of all age groups will be awarded with Rs. 5100/- followed by Rs. 3100/- and Rs. 2100/- to the 2nd and 3rd prize winners. The next five winner will get Rs. 500/- as consolation award. In the specially abled category of 2Km run, Rs. 5100/- , Rs. 3100/- and Rs. 2100/-will be awarded to first three winners followed by Rs. 500/- as consolation award to next 5 winners.
In addition, Top 10 Rural Participants will receive Rs. 5,000/- each, while the next 20 Rural Participants will be presented with a token gift worth Rs.1000/-. To encourage young talents, the Top 10 Rural School Students will also receive Rs. 1,500/- each. Each runner completing the marathon in the assigned time will receive a medal and a digital certificate.
The Half Marathon will commence from Ispat Stadium, Sector – 6 at 6.00 am in phases. Before the commencement of the event an laser show will be organised in the stadium, which will be an added attraction of this year’s event. Each participant will be provided with jerseys along with BIBS equipped with RFID chips. The marathon will be monitored by a tracking software, drone and checkpoints for fair participation and accuracy. Fun Points will be set up along the way, where cultural programmes will be performed while spectators will cheer the runners at various points. A mega musical programme will be organized at the Ispat Stadium for the audience waiting for the return of the runners. The entry to the stadium will be free for all. Doctors, paramedics and ambulances will be deployed at key locations. All the information regarding the marathon can be obtained from the Website: https://rourkelamarathon.com.
The Raurkela Half Marathon 2027 seeks to inspire people to embrace fitness as a way of life and to build a sense of harmony through participation. With the second edition of the marathon, RSP aims to set in motion a tradition of community-driven sporting excellence, reflecting SAIL’s values of strength, perseverance, and collective well-being.
