Invitation for Participation in the 4th Half Marathon – 16th March 2025

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The Central Civil Services Cultural & Sports Board (CCSCSB) is organizing the 4th Half Marathon in collaboration with the Youth Hostel Association of India (YHAI) on March 16th, 2025, at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi. The event aims to promote cultural and sports activities among Central Government employees and features three race categories: 5KM, 10KM, and 21KM. Registration is open online through the YHAI website (www.yhaindia.org) until February 16th, 2025, with a participant limit of 3000. Participants must be between 10 and 60 years old. Winners in each category will receive trophies and cash prizes, and all participants will receive a medal. Registration fees vary based on participant category (Central Government Employees, Others, and YHAI Members). Detailed guidelines, including reporting times and registration requirements, are available in Annexure-I.

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कॅन्डीय सिविल सेवा सॉस्कृतिक एवं क्रीड़ा बोर्ड

Central Civil Services Cultural & Sports Board

Department of Personnel and Training
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
Government of India

Phone: 011-24624204
Fax: 011-24646961

361, B-Wing, 3rd Floor
Lok Nayak Bhawan
New Delhi- 110003

F.No.20/3/2021-22/CCSCSB

Dated: 08.01.2025

CIRCULAR

Subject: Invitation for Participation in the 4th Half Marathon – 16th March 2025, at Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi.

In continuation of the circulars bearing even no. dated 05.09.2024 and 30.10.2024, this notice is to inform that the Central Civil Services Cultural & Sports Board (CCSCSB), works under the aegis and control of the Department of Personnel & Training, Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, Government of India, is organizing the 4th Half Marathon to promote cultural and sports activities among Central Government employees.

  1. Event Overview: To commemorate the rich history and culture of India, the CCSCSB, in collaboration with the Youth Hostel Association of India (YHAI), will be hosting the 4th Half Marathon. The event will feature three race categories: 5KM, 10KM, and 21KM. The marathon will take place on 16th March 2025, from 5:00 AM to 8:30 AM, starting and ending at Gate No. 1, Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi.
  2. Eligibility and Registration: The following participants are eligible to join the marathon:
Sr. No. Category Eligible Participants Registration Fee
1 Central Government Employees Civilian employees of Central Government and their families across India Rs. 650/-
2 Others Civilian employees of State Governments/UT Administration, PSUs, Autonomous bodies, and their families across India Rs. 850/-
3 YHAI Members Members of the Youth Hostel Association of India and their families Rs. 850/-
  1. Online registration can be done through the official YHAI website: www.yhaindia.org. The registration will close at 5:00 PM on 16th February 2025. Please note that registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, with a maximum participant limit of 3000. Registration will close once this limit is reached, regardless of the deadline.
  2. Age Limit: Participants must be between the ages of 10 to 60 years to participate in the marathon.
  3. Awards and Prizes: Winners of each race category (both male and female) will be awarded trophies. Additionally, the following cash prizes will be given to the top three finishers in each category:
Sr. No. Race Category 1st Prize 2nd Prize 3rd Prize
1 21 KM Rs. 10,000 Rs. 7,000 Rs. 5,000
2 10 KM Rs. 7,000 Rs. 5,000 Rs. 3,000
3 5 KM Rs. 5,000 Rs. 3,000 Rs. 2,000

All participants will receive a medal upon successful completion of the marathon.

  1. Travel Allowance: Please note that no TA/DA will be provided for participation in the event.
  2. The guidelines for participation in the 4th Half Marathon is attached as Annexure-I.
  3. Contact Details: For any further queries related to the event, please contact:

Mr. Neeraj Tyagi – 011-45999026 Mr. Rakesh Tiwari – 8745036589 Timing for inquiries: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM (on all working days).

(Satyendra Singh) Secretary (CCSCSB) Tele : – 24646961

Copy to: I. Employees of Ministries/Departments of Government of India. II. Employees of States and Administrators of UTs III. Employees of PSUs IV. Employees/Members of YHAI V. The CEO, Youth Hostel Association of India, 5 Nyaya Marg, Chankyapuri, New Delhi 110022

Guidelines for Participation in the 4th Half Marathon:

  1. Race Categories & Timings:
Sr. No. Distance (KM) Reporting Time Flag Off Time Age Criteria
1 21 KM 5:00 AM 5:30 AM 18 to 60
2 10 KM 5:30 AM 6:00 AM 16 to 60
3 5 KM 6:30 AM 7:00 AM 10 to 60
  1. The marathon will conclude by \mathbf{8 : 3 0} \mathbf{~ A M}.
  2. Entry to Venue: Entry to the venue will be permitted only upon displaying the event T-shirt and a Bib Number (front and back).
  3. Cancellation Policy: In the event of cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances, the registration fee will be refunded within \mathbf{8} weeks without any interest.
  4. Registration Requirements: I. Separate registration is required for each participant. II. The following facilities will be provided: III. T-shirt and Bib IV. Medal (on completion) V. Breakfast VI. Hydration points VII. Medical assistance

T-shirts and Bibs will be available for collection from 10th to 12th March 2025 at the YHAI Office (5 Nyaya Marg, Chankyapuri, New Delhi – 110022), between 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM. 6. Certificates: Digital certificates for the event will be available at www.runizen.com, once participant details are entered. 7. Parking: Parking facilities for participants will be available at Gate No. 6 of Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium. (Satyendra Singh) Secretary (CCSCSB) Tele: 24646961

Copy to:

Employees of Ministries/Departments of Government of India Employees of State Governments and UT Administrations Employees of PSUs Members of YHAI CEO, Youth Hostel Association of India, 5 Nyaya Marg, Chankyapuri, New Delhi 110022