India News | J-K to Host Its Maiden Adventure Race and International Marathon

Srinagar, Jun 6 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir will host its maiden adventure race and international marathon later this year to promote the Union Territory as a premier adventure sports destination on the global stage, officials said here on Thursday.

After the successful hosting of Formula 4 car race, Jammu and Kashmir is gearing up to host its maiden marathon and adventure race, the officials said.

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The Union Territory's Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo directed the officers concerned to create roadmaps and timeline-based goals for hosting the international marathon.

Ladakh Marathon founder Chewing Motup Goba, who has a vast expertise in the field of adventure, will organise the marathon and adventure race.

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Goba gave a detailed presentation on the road map to be followed for hosting the marathon and the preparations to be made in this regard. Goba said Kashmir has the potential to become a leading global destination for adventure sports with proper planning and execution.

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