Daily World Marathon 2027

Daily World Marathon 2027 is the sixth edition of the Chandigarh road-running event organised by Daily World Newspaper in association with the Chandigarh Administration. The race is based at the Capitol Complex in Sector 1, with every distance starting and finishing beside one of the city’s best-known civic landmarks.

The programme combines a full marathon, half marathon and chip-timed 10K with a 5K fun run. Race morning begins early: the marathon starts at 04:30 IST, followed by the half marathon at 05:30, the 10K at 06:30 and the 5K at 08:15. Published cut-offs are 6 hours 30 minutes, 3 hours 30 minutes, 2 hours and 1 hour respectively. Participants are asked to report around 45 minutes before their start.

The organiser describes the Chandigarh routes as flat and suited to the city’s mild January conditions. The event has a strong local civic profile and previous editions have drawn runners from across India and overseas. The 2027 edition again includes age-group competition for the longer timed races, with a total prize pool advertised at INR 10 lakh. Prize payments are made after result, identity and age verification.

Race packs must be collected on 23 January at Chandigarh Club in Sector 1. Runners should bring their registration receipt and identity/age proof; authorised proxy collection is permitted with a signed letter and supporting identification. The organiser also advises runners to keep baggage to one lightweight item and avoid leaving valuables in the event area.