- Thousands participated in all categories of the marathon, youth and elders showed enthusiasm
- Participants pledged for drug-free and voting
Shri Gangangar, 25 October. On the 100th anniversary of Shri Gangangar, the Fit Gangangar Society organized ‘Gangangar Marathon 2026’ on Sunday, where thousands ran enthusiastically for a drug‑free and healthier life. In the marathon, 21, 10, 5 km and all other categories saw thousands of participants, making the anniversary memorable. The enthusiasm of both youth and elders was worth seeing. Apart from public and district administration participation, the event became historic with sponsors’ support.
Police line at Shri Gangangar reached early morning; participants reported for their respective categories. Warm‑ups were conducted amid music and practice. After that, Hon’ble Justice Harmeet Singh Deol of Punjab and Haryana High Court Chandigarh, Major General Anuj Kaliya (VSM GOC), IG Bikaner Omprakash, District Collector Dr. Amit Yadav, District Collector Dr. Khushal Yadav, Police Superintendent Harishankar, District Council CEO Abhishek Jain and others gave the green light and launched the marathon.
First the 21 km, then the 10 and 5 km races were conducted. A fun run was then organized, with guests and thousands of participants taking part. All participants, running enthusiastically, left the police line and reached the designated venue. After reaching the finish line, refreshments were given to all participants. Under the marathon, traffic arrangements and water, medical and other essential facilities were provided at various places. Afterwards, all participants were pledged for drug‑free and voting by Shri Vikram Jyani, sweep coordinator Shri Raman Kumar Asija and election icon Shri Sheeshpal Lamba. Participants also took part in the election department’s signature campaign.
The 75‑year‑old Shri Subhash Godara, who completed the 21 km race, along with other winners and supporters, was honored by guests. The event saw participation from MLA Shri Gurveer Barad of Sadulshahar, ADGM Administration Shri Subhash Kumar, Safety Officer Shri Ashwin K. Pawar, SDM Shri Nayan Gautam, ASP Shri Deepak Sharma, all officials of Fit Gangangar Society, sponsors, Shri Deepak Kukkar, Shri Veerendra Pal Singh, Shri Parmjit Singh, Shri Arvindar Singh, Mrs. Rajesh Rani, Mrs. Sweta Chhabra and the entire district administration. The Deputy Director of Parks Department Mrs. Preeti Garg and Shri Vikram Jyani of Social Justice and Rights Department moderated the stage. (With photo)