BHADERWAH: A maiden snow marathon was organised here today from Bhaderwah to Guldandi – a scenic spot located on the outskirts of this Hilly Town.
Deputy Commissioner Doda, Vishesh Paul Mahajan, along with SSP, Abdul Qayoom; CO 4RR, Rajat Parmar; ADC Bhaderwah Chowdhary, Dil Mir; CEO BDA, Navdeep Wazir and office bearers of Real Sports India NGO, flagged off the marathon at 10 O’clock in the morning. Around 100 runners participated in the full, half and quarter marathon.
The marathon was organised by Real Sports India (NGO), in collaboration with Tourism Department GOI, J&K Tourism Department, Indian Army 4RR, District Administration Doda and Amazing Bhaderwah Tourism Association.
The mega marathon has come after successful conduct of Vibrant Bhaderwah Festival and Askini Bhaderkashi Utsav held recently to project Bhaderwah as an all weather tourist destination. The marathon was held in three categories—full marathon (25 km), half marathon (10 km), and 5-km run.
The DC Doda said that hosting the maiden snow marathon in Bhaderwah is a proud moment for the district and it will definitely contribute in promoting adventure and eco-tourism in the district.
He said that the marathon and adventure activities would be made a regular feature in the district in future.