MUMBAI: Ready, set, go! Trivandrum is set to sprint into the record books. The Kerala capital will host its largest-ever marathon on 12 October 2025 with the second edition of the UST Trivandrum Marathon. Organised by tech giant UST in collaboration with NEB Sports, the event promises four action-packed categories: full marathon, half marathon, 10,000 run and 5,000 run, starting from the UST Thiruvananthapuram campus.
Adding star power to the race, actor, model, fitness icon and film producer Milind Soman will serve as the brand ambassador, joined by sports legends including former Indian badminton star Pullela Gopichand, athlete Reeth Abraham, and badminton player U Vimal Kumar.
With over 10,000 participants expected, the total prize pool tops Rs 22 lakh, making it Kerala’s most ambitious marathon yet. Registrations are open online at bit.ly/3ZnARUv and the official website trivandrummarathon.com.
UST, president, Alexander Varghese said “This marathon is our way of promoting a healthy society and raising awareness of physical and mental well-being. Marathons are a powerful tool for inspiring communities, and we are proud to host this annual event in Trivandrum.”
NEB Sports, cmd, Nagaraj Adiga added, “We are thrilled to host over 10,000 runners and welcome Milind Soman as our brand ambassador, adding extra charm to the event. Training runs earlier this year saw overwhelming participation, setting the stage for an unforgettable marathon.”
From fitness enthusiasts to seasoned athletes, the UST Trivandrum Marathon 2025 promises to blend endurance, excitement and community spirit in the heart of Kerala.