RUN FOR FREEDOM 2026

EVENT OVERVIEW

Run For Freedom 2026 is a mass running event organized by Jagdamba Foundation to commemorate the birth anniversary of Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh on 27 September 2026. The event combines running, fitness, community participation and a tribute to Bhagat Singh's legacy.

DATE: Sunday, 27 September 2026
VENUE: K.D. Singh Babu Stadium, Parivartan Chowk, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
START TIME: 6:00 AM
ORGANIZER: Jagdamba Foundation
EVENT TYPE: Mass Running & Community Event

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

3K RUN

Distance: 3 KM
Age Category: 11–14 years
Registration Fee: ₹479
Format: Run

5K RUN

Distance: 5 KM
Age Category: 15–18 years
Registration Fee: ₹719
Format: Run

10K RUN

Distance: 10 KM
Age Categories: 19–40 years and 41+ years
Registration Fee: ₹1199

WHAT PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE

• Event T-Shirt
• Commemorative Finisher Medal
• Refreshments
• Certificate
• Race BIB
• Autograph Panel
• Patriotic Theme Badge
• Free Health Check-up

PRIZE MONEY

The event listing states a total cash prize of ₹5 lakh for the Top 3 positions, subject to the participation condition that the event exceeds 2,500 participants. Detailed prize distribution among the winners is yet to be announced.

RACE-DAY SCHEDULE

6:00 AM: Event start

Participants are required to be present at least 30 minutes before their scheduled race start. Category-specific flag-off times are yet to be announced.

BIB & KIT COLLECTION

Collection: Pre-event Expo
Timing: Yet to be announced
Venue: Yet to be announced

The event listing states that participants will collect their kit one day before the event and should carry the specified identity card.

RACE-DAY FACILITIES

• Marked and marshalled route
• First-aid/basic medical assistance
• Water/hydration at key locations
• Free health check-up
• Refreshments
• Race volunteers and marshals

EVENT PURPOSE

The run is organized around the commemoration of Bhagat Singh's birth anniversary and aims to bring people together around themes described by the organizer as courage, dedication, selfless service, fitness and community spirit.

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION

• Registration is final once confirmed.
• Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable according to the published terms.
• Participants must register in their applicable age category.
• Participants should arrive at least 30 minutes before their race.
• T-shirt sizes are final after registration and cannot be exchanged.
• Participants are responsible for their personal belongings.
• Organizers may modify on-ground rules when necessary.
• Participants should follow the latest announcements from the organizer.