Mettupalayam Marathon 2026: 650 people run for a drug-free society
The first Mettupalayam Marathon was held on July 19, 2026, with 650 participants running to promote a drug-free society. The event featured various race categories and was supported by local educational institutions and community sponsors.
Why it matters
Community-led athletic events serve as a platform for social awareness and local engagement regarding public health issues.
The first edition of Mettupalayam Marathon 2026, which witnessed the participation of 650 runners from Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka, on Sunday (July 19, 2026), was flagged off by L. Baskar, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Mettupalayam.
Organised under the theme “Run for a Drug Free Society’”, the marathon promoted fitness, community spirit, and social awareness. The starting and finishing points of the marathon, held in 10K and 4K race categories, were Shiri Kumaran College of Arts and Science. Cash prizes along with trophies were awarded to the top three finishers in the men’s and women’s 10K categories, while trophies were presented to the first three finishers in the men’s and women’s 4K categories.
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