Ambassadors who inspire through adversity

The 13th edition of this event is scheduled to be held on September 27th is all to host over 45000 participants from across India and 35 other countries.

The 2026 Ambassadors represent a powerful theme: people who have faced adversity and found strength, confidence and purpose through running.

Their challenges are deeply personal and diverse—from health battles and living with HIV, to growing up without parents, living with disability, overcoming financial hardship, and confronting life-changing circumstances. Yet, each of them discovered in running something more than a sport. They found a way to rebuild confidence, develop resilience, create a sense of belonging and inspire others.

Their journeys remind us that running is not only about how fast or how far you go. It is about finding the strength to take the next step.

Through their stories, the Wipro Bengaluru Marathon hopes to shine a light on the transformative power of running—to break barriers, challenge perceptions, build inclusive communities and empower people to believe in what is possible.

This year, we celebrate not just runners, but the courage behind every stride.