Mumbai, Aug 20(UNI) On a wonderful monsoon morning, the second edition of the IDBI Federal Life Insurance Mumbai Half Marathon kicked off at the Bandra Kurla Complex. The iconic marathon was flagged off by Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar, Face of the event at 5.45am. Enthusiastic runners participating in varied categories including 21k, 10k and 5k runs were pepped up to sprint on a rainy morning. Participants were excited as the weather and the new route from Bandra Kurla Complex was a refreshing and welcoming change. The second edition of the IDBI Federal Life Insurance Mumbai Half Marathon flagged off from Bandra Kurla Complex, R2 Grounds, with more than 6000 passionate runners at the start point, all set to enjoy a monsoon half marathon. The 10K run commenced with over 6000 participants and the 5K run saw more than 3000 runners. A total prize money of Rs 15 lakhs was given to winners across categories. Sachin Tendulkar, Face of the event, IDBI Federal Life Insurance Mumbai Half Marathon, said, "The IDBI Federal Life Insurance Mumbai Half Marathon is a great success. My experience last year was fantastic, and I had challenged the participants that we would surpass all expectation in 2017. Today truly the event has exceeded all expectations in terms of participation". He also said that this shows the awareness created, and that the initiative is reaching out to people and promoting healthy living. This event promotes good health, and in the coming years we will have healthier people with an improved lifestyle. The marathon encourages individuals to be fit, and more active on day to day basis. I believe good fitness will always bring out more consistency and better results. UNI NP AKC