This flagship running event, first held in 2004, promises to bring together seasoned athletes and first-time runners across multiple categories while showcasing the city’s iconic landmarks

The marathon includes various categories, such as the full marathon, half marathon, Open 10K, Police Cup, Dream Run, Champions with Disability, and Senior Citizens’ Run

Over 12,000 runners will participate in the full marathon (42.195 km), while the half marathon (21.097 km) has attracted 15,000 participants

Additionally, the Open 10K will see 8,500 runners and the Dream Run will host over 25,000 enthusiasts

Nearly 1,894 senior citizens and approximately 1,100 Champions with Disability, accompanied by buddies, will also take part

Routes will traverse Mumbai’s key locations, including Marine Drive, Haji Ali, Chowpatty and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link, offering runners an immersive experience

Meanwhile, Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Dattatray Bharane extended his best wishes to the participants of the Tata Mumbai International Marathon during his presence at the event

Describing the marathon as a platform that fosters social harmony, brotherhood, and human connections, Bharane noted that it attracts everyone with its unique appeal. This internationally acclaimed marathon symbolizes excellence and communal spirit

Bharane emphasised that the marathon serves as a source of immense energy

Minister Bharane addressed the gathering while extending his wishes at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, where the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2025 commenced

Speaking on the occasion, Minister Bharane said, "Every participant in the Tata Mumbai Marathon gains positive energy that lasts throughout the year. The love and joy experienced here cannot be expressed in words. The efforts of thousands of volunteers offering water, energy drinks, relief sprays, and fruits are truly commendable. Witnessing the physical and mental endurance of continuous running fills one with pride. Everyone should participate in this historic festival of the Tata Mumbai Marathon and cherish the experience"

Meanwhile, The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board has placed eight air quality monitoring mobile vans ahead of Sunday's Mumbai Marathon, a senior official said

These vans were placed from 6pm on Saturday, said Environment and Climate Change department principal secretary Vinita Singhal

She also said the air quality monitoring carried out by Awaaz Foundation along the marathon route do not adhere to the standards and protocols established by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

MPCB has taken various efforts towards mitigation of air pollution in Mumbai city continuously and with regards to the Mumbai Marathon it has instructed Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation to ensure cleanliness of roads on the event route and to not carry out sweeping from Saturday evening, she said in a statement

In view of the recent ambient air quality monitoring conducted by Awaaz Foundation on January 17 at eight locations along the route of the marathon, it is imperative to address the validity and reliability of the data presented and provide clarity to the public, Singhal said

She said the monitoring carried out by Awaaz Foundation employed Atmos sensor-based air quality monitors, which can provide indicative data but do not adhere to the standards and protocols established by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for regulatory air quality monitoring

The CPCB mandates specific equipment and methodologies to ensure consistency, accuracy, and comparability of air quality data across the country, and, consequently, the data collected (by Awaaz Foundation) cannot be regarded as representative of regulatory-grade air quality measurements, she said

The health and safety of participants and attendees at the marathon remain top priority and stakeholders and the public are urged to rely on data from approved and standardized sources to assess air quality, she said