Published: 7 February 2026ANIRajasthan
Rajasthan CM Flags Off Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026; 18,000 Runners Participate
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, along with Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari, flagged off the Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026 on February 8. The marathon was organised under the leadership of Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav to promote tiger conservation and the Fit India movement.
Actor Randeep Hooda participated as Brand Ambassador. Nearly 18,000 runners from India and abroad took part in 21 km, 10 km, and 5 km categories, including specially-abled participants. The event highlighted Sariska National Park's tiger conservation success and Rajasthan's commitment to wildlife protection.
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Q: Discuss the significance of the Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026 in promoting tiger conservation and the Fit India movement in Rajasthan.
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Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma and Deputy CM Diya Kumari flagged off the Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026 on February 8, organised by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. Randeep Hooda served as Brand Ambassador. Nearly 18,000 runners participated in 21 km, 10 km, and 5 km categories, highlighting Sariska's tiger conservation.
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Frequently asked questions
Who flagged off the Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026?
**Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma** and **Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari** flagged off the **Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026** on **February 8, 2026**. The marathon was organised under the leadership of **Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav**.
What was the theme and purpose of the Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026?
The marathon was organised to promote **tiger conservation** and the **Fit India movement**. It highlighted **Sariska National Park's** tiger conservation success and Rajasthan's commitment to wildlife preservation.
Who was the brand ambassador of the Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026?
Actor **Randeep Hooda** participated as the **Brand Ambassador** of the Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon 2026.
How many runners participated in the Alwar Tiger Marathon 2026 and what categories were there?
Nearly **18,000 runners** from India and abroad participated in **21 km, 10 km, and 5 km categories**, including **specially-abled participants**. The event highlighted Rajasthan's commitment to inclusive sporting events.
Which national park is associated with the Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon?
The Alwar Tiger International Half Marathon is associated with **Sariska National Park** in Alwar district, Rajasthan. The event celebrated Sariska's **tiger conservation success** — Sariska was the first reserve to successfully reintroduce tigers after local extinction.
