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Follow on Google News | Chirbatiya Half Marathon of UttarakhandBy: Uttarakhand Tourism Making the most of the prolonged monsoon in the hills, under the banner of PAHAL Himalayas a theme 'Run for Hills' is being put together by the village folks. Entitled 'Chirbatiya Monsoon Hill 1/2 Marathon,' the day-event is also a tribute to Major Dhyan Chand on National Sports Day which is tomorrow. 21.1 kms, 15 kms, 5 kms and a special run of 3 kms for the women folk, is the highlight of the Run. The Track is set midst pristine nature which no wonder has attracted close to 650 registered participants already. Icing on the cake for many is also that the first ten runners of the Marathon will also get an opportunity to run the Delhi Half Marathon. Speaking to Newspost, District Magistrate Mangesh Ghildiyal points out, "This is a Marathon which will serve a dual purpose, not only will it give a platform for youth to realise their potential to pursue sports as a career but also put Chirbatiya on the tourism map of the hill-state." https://www.youtube.com/ End
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