| Chandigarh annual marathon to promote city tourism |
13th Apr 2013
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Runners from last year’s marathon
he Chandigarh Administration, in association with the company, Running and Living Infotainment, is all set for the 'Chandigarh Marathon', a mega tourism-cum-sports event.
The marathon, which is being organised today, is likely to attract participants from different parts of the country. Running enthusiasts have registered themselves for the half and full marathon categories, while others for the long-distance running events.
The mega event will include four different running events, including the full marathon (42.2 km), half marathon (21.1 km), the 10 km run and the most popular 5 km run. The starting point for all he categories is the Rock Garden.
"It will not be just a sports event but will turn out to be one of wholesome entertainment. We aim at making the event a colourful extravaganza with the presence of bands and cheer-groups all along the route. We are trying to put in place every effort to make this event one of a kind as it is likely to attract enthusiasts from all around," says DK Tiwari, Secretary Tourism, Chandigarh Administration.
During the past couple of years, the Running and Living Infotainment has organised more than 100 runs across 10 states, and the founder is a marathon runner himself. According to the Director Tourism, the marathon will prove to be a great run and help popularise Chandigarh as a sports destination.
There will be a medal and certificate with timing for each finisher of the Full and Half Marathons, whereas the finishers of 5km and 10km run will be awarded certificates.
The route for all the Marathon Runs has been finalised. The scheduled track displays the captivating character of 'the city, which will be a good reason for the runners from other states to come again.
The track passes through popular tourist spots — the Sukhna Lake and the Zakir Rose Garden , CGA, and the clean-green Leisure Valley.
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