Tawang witnessed a surge of athletic spirit as the third edition of the Tawang Marathon concluded on October 24, attracting more than 6,200 participants from across India and abroad. The marathon, held at an altitude of nearly 10,000 feet, featured four categories — 42 km, 21 km, 10 km, and 5 km — challenging runners to navigate the region’s rugged Himalayan terrain.

Lieutenant General Gambhir Singh, General Officer Commanding, Gajraj Corps, flagged off the event, highlighting its role in promoting fitness, adventure, and national integration in the Himalayan frontier.

The marathon saw participation from 1,200 women and girls and three international runners from Kenya, offering a vivid showcase of endurance and resilience. Competitors ran past the Tawang Monastery, Asia’s largest Buddhis

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