Hexaware Dream Runners Half Marathon 2026 Draws 7,339 Runners in Chennai
The 15th edition of the Hexaware Dream Runners Half Marathon in Chennai saw over 7,000 participants and raised 50 lakh rupees for charity. The event supports prosthetic services, disability programs, and community health initiatives.
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Large-scale charity sporting events play a significant role in funding non-profit organizations and promoting community health awareness.
Fifteenth edition raises INR 50 lakh for prosthetic support, survivor services, and disability programs
CHENNAI, India , July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 7,000 runners participated in the 15 th edition of the Dream Runners Half Marathon (DRHM) in Chennai on July 19, 2026, with Hexaware returning as title sponsor for the seventh consecutive year. The event remains one of the city's largest and reflects Hexaware's continued focus on health, community, and social impact.
Race preparation began several months before the event with free, structured training programs conducted across 14 Dream Runners chapters in Chennai. The sessions covered endurance, strength, recovery, nutrition, and injury prevention for participants in the 10K and 21.1K categories.
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