Srinagar, Oct 22: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah inaugurated the Kashmir Marathon Expo-2026 at Srinagar’s Polo Ground Sports Complex.
Highlighting the event’s growing reach and the introduction of a dedicated prize category to encourage local runners and promote fitness across J&K.
The exposition brings together government departments, sports equipment companies and event partners, with stalls displaying sports gear and accessories. It also offers participants facilities for collecting race bibs and registering for the marathon.
Speaking at the inauguration, Omar expressed confidence that the event would draw participants from across India and abroad, citing Kashmir’s scenic surroundings and the prize money on offer as key attractions.
“The Kashmir Marathon is being organised for the third time. On Sunday, people will come to participate not only from different parts of the country but also from abroad,” he said, adding that the marathon’s setting was unmatched and its prize money significantly higher than that offered by many other races.
The Chief Minister also announced that a separate prize category had been introduced for local runners following their demands, covering both the half marathon and the full marathon.
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