Jammu midnight marathon to involve 1,000 runners

The Jammu Mid-Night Marathon, organized by Real Time Sports Jammu, is scheduled to take place during the night of October 31 and November 1. Approximately 1,000 participants are expected to compete in various categories, including 5 km, 10 km, half marathon, 20 km, and full marathon distances.

Traffic Police Jammu has issued a detailed advisory due to expected restrictions and diversions starting from 11 pm. The race will begin at M A Stadium and follow a route through Jewel Chowk, GGM Science College Road, Steel Bridge, and the Akhnoor Road Flyover, before returning to the stadium via Gandhi Nagar.

To minimize commuter inconvenience, authorities have announced alternative routes for vehicles traveling between Samba, Kathua, Nagrota, and other key areas such as the Jammu airport and Satwari.