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Age limits:
Participants must adhere strictly to the age limits set by the organizers. The organizer reserves the right to verify the age of participants before, during, and after the race.

Acceptance of Entries:
Only one entry per person is allowed. Multiple applications will be rejected.
Applicants must provide true, accurate, current, and complete information as requested in the application form. Applications will not be accepted if false information is knowingly submitted.
By submitting a registration application, participants agree and accept the “Terms and Conditions” and “Acknowledgement of Risks & Indemnity Agreement” of the ARMY MARATHON BHOPAL 2025. If a participant is below 18 years of age, the guardian must confirm their relationship with the participant and agree to the “Terms & Conditions” and “Acknowledgement of Risks & Indemnity.”

Application fee – As Applicable.
Entries not accepted: Participation in the event is subject to entry confirmation. Entries will not be accepted if:
Incorrect documentation or information is submitted for the entry.
In such cases, the entry/registration shall be deemed cancelled, and the registration fee paid will be non-refundable.
The last date to register for the Inaugural edition of ARMY MARATHON BHOPAL 2025 is SUNDAY,14th JANUARY 2025, 12 PM.
The registration fee is non-refundable and non-transferable for all races of ARMY MARATHON BHOPAL 2025.

Bib Expo date:
17th for army & 18th for civilians.

BIB EXPO VENUE :
BHOJPUR CLUB, Arera Colony, Bhopal.

BIB number and collection:
Participants must collect their running BIB in person. Please plan your travel accordingly.
BIBs are non-transferable to any other participant/person.
Official race BIB numbers must be displayed and worn throughout the race.
BIB numbers must not be altered or worn by another participant.
Improperly wearing or covering any part of the BIB may result in disqualification.
The BIB should not be forcefully bent, creased, or folded.
Participants must fill out the necessary information on the back side of the BIB.
BIB Collection dates: 10th - 11th JANUARY2025 

Timing Chips:
Timing chips will be used for the timed races (5 KM Run, 10 KM Run and  Half Marathon).
Timing chips must be attached to the BIB as per instructions provided.
The chip must be worn on the race day, attached properly to the BIB.
The chip must be attached from start to finish to receive an official finish time.
Timing chips are specific to each participant and should not be worn by others.

Code of Conduct:
Participants must follow the instructions and directions of the organizers, race officials, course marshals, and volunteers at all times.
Participants must conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner and respect race officials, fellow runners, and the local people.
The organizer reserves the right to disqualify participants who refuse to follow instructions.
Official Time and Net Time: Participants who complete the races within the specified cut-off time will be provided with an official time and net time. Net time will be considered as the official time.
Participants must ensure they are medically and physically fit to participate in the event. Individuals suffering from chronic diseases such as heart disease or high blood pressure should not participate. The organizer reserves the right to disallow/disqualify physically unfit participants.

Race day images: 
Race day images of participants will be screened visually after the race. Wearing another participant’s BIB will result in disqualification and prohibition from future participation. Participants grant the ARMY MARATHON BHOPAL 2025 and its promoters and organizers the exclusive right to use their name, race day images, and videos for event promotion across all social media platforms.

Event cancellation:
 In case the event is cancelled due to circumstances beyond the control of the organizers or force majeure, all confirmed registrations will automatically be carried forward to the next year in the same race category. There is no fee refund in case of event cancellation, except for serving Indian defence Personnel.

Changes to the Event:
The Event organizer reserves the right to modify the course, make amendments, or update race day procedures deemed necessary to stage the Event. Participants will be informed of any changes.
If the course distance is reduced, the Event is still deemed to be staged, and no refund will be provided.
The application form and the right to participate in the event, along with the associated rights and benefits, are at the sole discretion of the event organizers and promoters. They cannot be transferred to any other participant/person under any circumstances. The confirmed participant alone is entitled to the rights and benefits arising from participation.

ARMY MARATHON BHOPAL 2025 – Prize Money Terms & Conditions
The race results announced on the race day will be considered ‘provisional’. Results will be disclosed post-verification, and individuals meeting the specified criteria will qualify for the prize money.
The disbursement of cash prizes will adhere to the following criteria:
To be designated as a Cash Prize Winner, participants must complete the race within the respective cut-off time indicated for each category:

Category Cut-Off Time
21.097 KM (Half Marathon) in 3.30 hours from the Half Marathon Race Flag off
10 KM 2.00 hours from the 10 KM Race Flag off
5 KM 1.00 hour from the 5 KM Race Flag off
To ensure equitable competition, there must be a minimum of 5 finishers in the corresponding Age-Category to be eligible for cash prize distribution.
The allocation of finish positions for age categories (age as of 12.01.2025), qualifying for prize money, will be determined solely based on net finish times.
Runners seeking eligibility for prizes must not commence the race later than 15 minutes after the official flag-off time and must cross the starting mat within the first 15 minutes from the flag-off.
Furthermore, entitlement to finish positions and Prize Money winnings is contingent upon:
Accurate bib tag timing recorded at all timing checkpoints along the course, including the start and finish mats.
Physical verification conducted by technical officials and anti-cheat cameras.
Runners discovered to have exchanged their bib numbers and/or bib tags with others will face disqualification from the competition. Such runners will not be entitled to any timing or prize money rewards, if applicable.
Prize winners declared may be obligated to provide additional proof of identity/age as requested. Failure to comply could result in the Event Promoter retaining the disbursement or disqualifying the participant from the competition, at its discretion.

Protests and Appeals:
Any confirmed participant can submit a protest regarding the official race results for overall and/or age category finish positions, declared post-race. Such protests must be emailed to [email protected] by 11:59 p.m. on JANUARY 20th, 2025. Emails received after this deadline will not be considered.
The contents of the email and related results will be reviewed, and a decision on the protest will be communicated within 10 working days from receiving the email. The event promoter may choose to request documents from the complainant and/or the runner involved to aid in making a decision.
Organizing team decisions will be definitive and binding on all parties.
Timing results: If a runner needs to update timing results related to their gender and/or age, they must communicate the required changes to [email protected] no later than JANUARY 20th, 2025. Requests received after this date will not be entertained.
PARTICIPATION TERMS & CONDITIONS – ARMY MARATHON BHOPAL 2025 (15th JANUARY2025)

By participating in the ARMY MARATHON BHOPAL 2025 – A Running Event, organized by the Indian Army and managed by CINECRAFT ENTERTAINMENT, I agree to adhere to the following entry conditions.

EVENT SAFETY: 
Throughout the event, I will strictly follow all instructions provided by event marshals, volunteers, and officials. It is my responsibility to ensure that I am in a suitable state of health and fitness to participate independently. If I have any doubts, I will seek medical advice before participating in the event.

DATA PROTECTION:
I consent to the storage and utilization of my personal information by the Organizers and their partners for event organization, management, and administration. Additionally, I grant permission for my name, image, and contact details to be used by the Organizers and their associates for promotional and marketing purposes.

CANCELLATION:
 In the event of unforeseen circumstances beyond organizers’ control, the Organizers reserve the right to cancel the event. Organizers will make every effort to notify participants in advance. However, the Organizers will not be held responsible for any costs incurred due to such cancellation.

USE OF IMAGES: 
Photographs / Videos capturing my participation may be taken and used for publication or broadcast. These images will represent my involvement in ARMY MARATHON BHOPAL 2025.

LIABILITY: 
The Organizers shall not be held liable for any direct or indirect losses, regardless of whether they result from contract breaches, negligence, or any other form of liability.

EVENT RULES:
Participants must always prioritize their own safety.
Any participant found using someone else’s BIB will be disqualified.
Winners must provide age proof for prize money distribution, a minimum of 5 finishers in the age category to be eligible for CASH Prizes. Cash Prize Distribution will occur within 45-60 working days.
Passing through all the timing checkpoints is crucial for prize eligibility.
Parents/Guardians will be responsible for safety, health conditions and conductof minors.
While organizers will ensure proper road closure, participants must remain vigilant for incoming traffic violators.
In the case of any dispute/issue, the RACE DIRECTOR’s decision will be final.

Undertaking & Declaration: I, on my own behalf and representing my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next of kin, hereby RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS the Organizers, their officers, officials, agents, employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners (“RELEASES”), with regard to any and all injuries, illnesses, disabilities, deaths, or loss or damage to person or property, whether arising from the NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent allowed by law.