‘J&K Admin to organise annual ‘Jammu Marathon’ soon’
STATE TIMES NEWS
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday exuded confidence that the Kashmir Marathon will place Jammu and Kashmir firmly on the global running map and enhance global recognition of the Union Territory, ‘highlighting our potential as a premier tourist destination’.
“We aspire to make this event a beacon of peace and harmony” the Lieutenant Governor said after unveiling the Logo, Website and Teaser of the inaugural edition of the Kashmir Marathon, to be held on October 20 in Srinagar. The Lt Governor congratulated the J&K Tourism department and all the stakeholders associated with the international running event. He invited the runners from all corners of the globe to participate in Kashmir Marathonand experience the unique charm of J&K.
He said the Kashmir marathon is the next addition to the series of world class events being organized in J&K following the successful F4 racing event in Srinagar, Sunburn Music Festival in Jammu and J&K Tourism Development Conclave held recently in Srinagar. “We are exploring possibilities to organise the annual ‘Jammu Marathon’,” he said.
Highlighting the socio-economic impact of the Kashmir marathon, the Lt Governor said the event will boost local businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and souvenir shops, thereby contributing to the prosperity of the region.
For centuries, sports has remained the most powerful bridge to connect people of different cultures and languages. The Kashmir Marathon will integrate cultural events, performances, and exhibitions to showcase Kashmir’s rich heritage, enhance the experience for all participants, the Lt Governor said.
“Kashmir Marathon is not just a race but a celebration of resilience, beauty, and the unbreakable human spirit. It will also celebrate our breathtaking scenery and promote eco-friendly tourism that benefits local communities,” he said.
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Srinagar to host Kashmir Marathon on October 20
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LG unveils logo, website, teaser of inaugural edition of Kashmir Marathon
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Invites runners from all corners of globe to experience unique charm of J&K
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“We aspire to make this event beacon of peace, harmony
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It will enhance global recognition of UT, highlight our potential as a premier tourist destination
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Kashmir Marathon will be celebration of resilience, beauty, unbreakable human spirit
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Marathon is next addition to series of world class events being organized in J&K following successful F4 racing event in Srinagar, Sunburn Music Festival in Jammu and J&K Tourism Development Conclave held recently in Srinagar
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Event will integrate cultural events, performances, exhibitions to showcase Kashmir’s rich heritage, enhancing cultural experience for all participants
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Kashmir Marathon will also celebrate our breathtaking scenery, promote eco-friendly tourism that benefits local communities
On the occasion, the Lt Governor highlighted the efforts of the UT Administration, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to revolutionise the sports sector of J&K.
He called upon the youth of J&K to make the best of the opportunities being provided by the government in sports and other sectors and become the brand ambassadors of J&K.
The Kashmir Marathon will have two categories- full marathon for 42 kms and half marathon for 21 kms. The proposed route for the Kashmir Marathon will take runners through some of the most picturesque landscapes, featuring Chinar trees, Mughal gardens, and the serene Dal Lake.
Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to Lt Governor; Dulloo, Chief Secretary; RR Swain, DGP; Yasha Mudgal, Commissioner Secretary, Tourism and senior officers of civil and police administration were present.
Padma Shri Chewang Motup Goba, Founder & Race Director Ladakh Marathon, prominent sports personalities and youth in large number were also present on the occasion.