The increase in prize money will benefit the Indian athletes in the full marathon. The top Indian male and female finishers will now be richer by Rs 4.5 lakh each.

However, the registration for the marathon opened yesterday. Online registration can be done through the website www.procamrunning.in/scmm or the duly filled entry form along with the requisite entry fee can be mailed to PO Box No 11017, Marine Lines Post Office, Mumbai 400020.