Black belt in Taekwondo and marathon runner Dipmala Dhakal is preparing to run in the 12th edition of the Nepalgunj Marathon with the aim of raising financial support for charitable causes, according to organizers. Dipmala Dhakal, Miss Nepal World 2026, will participate in the marathon held in Nepalgunj on December 12. The organizers state that she intends to run to raise funds for cancer patients and climate awareness. The Nepalgunj Marathon includes 12 categories ranging from a 42-kilometer full marathon to a 2-kilometer family run. (October 15, Nepalgunj)
The organizers have noted that further details regarding Dipmala’s participation will be announced soon. She has already gained experience running in the internationally renowned Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon. According to organizers, this may be the first time a Miss Nepal has participated in any marathon in Nepal. However, every year, Miss Nepals have been invited to the Nepalgunj Marathon to inspire students, youth, and the community.
Additionally, a memorandum of understanding has been signed between Nepalgunj Marathon and The Hidden Treasure to appoint Miss Nepal World as goodwill ambassador. Last year, Miss Nepal World 2025 Luna Luitel and Miss Nepal World 2023 Shrisha Pradhan unofficially completed a 5-kilometer run. This year, Dipmala will run to support philanthropic efforts.
The marathon, which starts at the local BP Chowk, features 12 categories including 42-kilometer men’s open, 21-kilometer women’s open, 10-kilometer men’s open, 10-kilometer women’s open, 5-kilometer men’s open, 5-kilometer women’s open, 5-kilometer school-level boys and girls race, 3-kilometer corporate run, 3-kilometer kids run, 3-kilometer wheelchair run, 2-kilometer family run, and a 3-kilometer Run for All. The Nepalgunj Marathon has been held annually since 2015.
