Hexaware Dream Runners Half Marathon Returns to Chennai on July 19, 2026
Chennai's largest half marathon, the Hexaware Dream Runners Half Marathon (DRHM), is set to return on July 19, 2026. Hexaware Technologies, a global provider of IT solutions and services, will serve as the title sponsor for the seventh consecutive year, underscoring its ongoing commitment to promoting a healthier lifestyle and contributing to the community.The Hexaware Technologies Ltd. confirmed the return of the event, designed to make fitness accessible to all residents of Chennai. The competition offers two primary race categories, 21.1K and 10K, accommodating runners of various experience levels. To facilitate participation, the event will provide free structured training programs across 14 chapters located throughout Chennai, guided by health experts.
Supporting Community Causes
The primary focus of the Hexaware Dream Runners Half Marathon remains social welfare. The proceeds generated from this year's event will benefit three prominent Chennai-based Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).The supported organizations and their causes are detailed below:
| NGO Name | Area of Support |
|---|---|
| FREEDOM Trust | Distribution of prosthetic limbs |
| International Foundation for Crime Prevention and Victim Care (PCVC) | Aid to women who are survivors of domestic violence |
| Vijay Human Services | Financial assistance for people with intellectual disabilities |
Last year, the event brought together nearly 7,000 participants, successfully raising over INR 45,00,000 to support these social welfare initiatives.
Impact and Commitment
Nidhi Alexander, Chief Marketing Officer, Hexaware, stated, "Over the past seven years, this run has become something Chennai truly owns. What we value most is seeing people show up year after year for fitness, for their communities, and for the causes this event supports. We are proud to continue being part of that journey."Rekha Sudarsan, Founding Member, Dream Runners, emphasized the event's positive impact, adding, "What makes this event special is the impact it creates year after year. The more people who take part, the more we are able to give back. We would love to see Chennai come together again this July."
The public is invited to register for the Hexaware Dream Runners Half Marathon 2026 via the official website.
About Hexaware
Hexaware is a global technology and business process services company. The company empowers enterprises worldwide to realize digital transformation at scale and speed by partnering with them to build, transform, run, and optimize their technology and business processes.
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