The second edition of the Freedom Oil Bengaluru Half Marathon 2026, organized by Freedom Healthy Cooking Oils in association with Kalki Sports 2026, concluded successfully at NICE Road, Hosakerehalli, Bengaluru. The event witnessed participation from more than 6,000 runners across various race categories, reinforcing its position as one of the prominent running events in South India.
The marathon was organized with the objective of promoting running as a key fitness activity and encouraging individuals to adopt a healthier lifestyle. The race was flagged off by Mr. Chetan Pimpalkhute, Head, Marketing, Gemini Edibles & Fats India Ltd., along with other dignitaries.
Participants competed across 21.1K, 10K, and 5K race categories. Prior to the start of the race, a Zumba session was conducted to help runners warm up and prepare for the event. The venue witnessed an energetic atmosphere as runners of all age groups gathered to take part in the marathon.
The event concluded with the top three finishers in various men’s and women’s categories receiving cash prizes, while all participants who completed their races were awarded finisher medals. A healthy breakfast was also arranged for all runners after the event.
P. Chandra Shekhara Reddy, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Freedom Healthy Cooking Oils, said, “We are proud and happy to see such an overwhelming response for Freedom Oil Bengaluru Half Marathon. The Race provided a much-needed platform for runners of all levels from Bengaluru and the rest of India. We congratulate all the winners and thank all the participants, organizers and the local administration for organizing and putting on such a grand Show at Bengaluru. We at Freedom healthy cooking oils encourage people to adopt a healthy lifestyle through such initiatives”
Chetan Pimpalkhute, Head, Marketing, Gemini Edibles & Fats India, said, “Bengaluru Half Marathon is one of the prominent running events in South India. We are very excited to be a part of the 2nd edition of Freedom Oil Bengaluru Half Marathon- the iconic initiative. Living a healthy lifestyle is of prime importance today, and through this event, our objective is to spread awareness about health, fitness, and sports among the citizens. We congratulate all the winners and thank all the participants and enthusiastic citizens who came to cheer the runners.”
The successful completion of the second edition highlights the growing popularity of running events in Bengaluru and the continued commitment of Freedom Healthy Cooking Oils towards promoting health, fitness, and community well-being.
