Chennai is gearing up for a meaningful blend of fitness and service as the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations, India hosts the Sri Sathya Sai Run & Ride Chennai 2026 on March 8, 2026. The event forms part of the Centenary Year Celebrations of Sathya Sai Baba and will take place at Blue Lagoon Resort, Neelankarai.

Organised in collaboration with the Government of India’s Fit India Movement, the initiative aims to encourage citizens, especially the youth, to embrace physical well-being, mindful living, unity and selfless service.

The Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisation is a global spiritual and service-based institution founded on the principles of love for all and service to humanity. Inspired by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s life and teachings, volunteers across the world contribute to healthcare, education, drinking water projects and feeding initiatives, serving beyond barriers of caste, creed, language or nationality.

As part of the centenary initiatives, the Run & Ride series is being conducted across India to promote balanced living and collective participation. The Chennai chapter continues this vision by bringing together runners and cyclists for a shared cause. Marathon & Cyclathon for All

The event invites participants to take part in:

• Marathon (Long-distance Running)

• Cyclathon (Long-distance Cycling)

Open to citizens of all age groups, the event celebrates togetherness while promoting fitness as a way of life.

Participant Benefits

• Free Registration (Service-oriented awareness initiative)

• Free T-shirt and Bib

• Finisher Medal

• Refreshments

• E-certificate

Kit distribution will take place on March 7, 2026, between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM at the Sundaram Sri Sathya Sai Baba Temple, RA Puram, Chennai.

Registrations close on Monday, March 2, 2026, and participants are encouraged to register in advance.

Event Details

• Venue: Blue Lagoon Resort, Neelankarai, Chennai – 600115

• Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026

• Time: 5:30 AM onwards

• Registration Fee: FREE

• Registration Website: https://sssunityrun.ssssoindia.org/

With the growing focus on health-led lifestyles in India, especially under the Fit India movement, Sri Sathya Sai Run & Ride Chennai 2026 offers a powerful reminder, fitness is not just personal, it is collective. It is about building stronger bodies, compassionate hearts and a more unified society.

Citizens are invited to lace up, ride out and be part of a movement that blends health with humanity.