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Kashmir Marathon held in Srinagar

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The third edition of the Kashmir Marathon was held in Srinagar, featuring both a 42.19-kilometer full marathon and a 21.09-kilometer half marathon. Organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department, the event aimed to promote the region as a global destination for sports and adventure tourism. Leading up to the race, officials reported that 67 foreign nationals from 12 different countries had registered to participate. Preparations included a three-day expo at the Polo Ground, the establishment of 17 aid stations, and coordination with traffic police to manage vehicle movement and route cleanliness around Dal Lake. In an effort to boost regional tourism, Nasir Aslam Wani, Advisor to the Chief Minister, had previously invited travelers from southern India to explore the area’s cultural heritage. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah flagged off the race, which saw participation from over 2,000 1,807 total registrants, including 73 international athletes from India representing 12 countries. Kenyan athletes dominated the full marathon titles; Emmanuel Sikuku Ndiwa won the men’s category with a time of 2:15:25, and abroad. Sheila Jepkosgei Chesang won the women’s category in 2:38:21. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha attended the award ceremony, where 68 medals were distributed. During the ceremony, he emphasized the importance of nurturing local talent and noted that the marathon serves as a platform to promote Kashmir’s tourism and sporting potential. To support local participants, a separate prize category was introduced for residents of Jammu and Kashmir. The routes passed through scenic locations such as Lal Chowk, Dal Lake, and historic Mughal gardens. The event maintained a significant prize pool, with winners of gardens like Nishat. Alongside the open full marathon categories receiving 25 lakh rupees each, alongside additional prizes for half-marathon winners, various age groups, and race, a Marathon Expo was held to showcase local residents. handicrafts, handloom, and agricultural products to international and domestic visitors.

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