To build excitement and energy for Eastern India’s most renowned running event, the organizers of the 11th edition of the JBG Kolkata Marathon 2026 held a vibrant fashion show in Kolkata to reveal the official participant T-shirt. Set for November 29, 2026, the upcoming marathon is poised to make history as Eastern India’s first World Athletics-labeled Full Marathon, anticipated to draw more than 15,000 runners.

The ramp burst with energy as celebrated actor, supermodel, and national fitness icon Mr. Milind Soman, the official Face of the Event, joined triathlete, fitness influencer, and Mentor of Women Pacers Ms. Ankita Konwar on stage as the show’s headliners, walking together to officially unveil the colorful new JBG Kolkata Marathon 2026 T-Shirt. Created in partnership with Apparel Partner T10 Sports, this high-performance, breathable participant T-shirt combines bold styling with ergonomic comfort to support runners in every category, from the flagship 42.2 KM Full Marathon to the 21.1km Half Marathon, 10 KM, 5 KM, 100 M, Cosplay Run, and Special Heroes Category.

A student from Bhawanipur Education Society College walked the ramp displaying JBG Kolkata Marathon 2026 merchandise, in front of participating runners, fashion and fitness enthusiasts, and pacers. The dynamic showcase embodied the marathon’s theme, Cholo Dourai, encouraging people from every background to embrace active living and participate in the citywide event on race day.

“Every marathon’s official running T-shirt is a runner’s badge of honor. It unites every participant racing through the streets as one cohesive force. The energy at Bhawanipore College was genuinely contagious. As the JBG Kolkata Marathon enters its 11th edition, featuring the prestigious World Athletics Label Full Marathon, wearing this jersey symbolizes endurance, discipline, and the unyielding spirit of Kolkata,” said Mr. Milind Soman.

“Running is transformative, and watching women lead their fitness journey means a great deal to me. It is an incredible privilege to mentor over 50 women pacers for the 11th edition of the JBG Kolkata Marathon. Releasing this T-shirt represents our shared dedication to empowerment, health, and supporting thousands of runners as they chase their personal bests,” said Ms. Ankita Konwar.

Registrations for all race categories are currently open on the official marathon portal: www.jbgkolkatamarathon.com

Priyanka Dutta