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India’s northeastern state of Assam writes new development history every day. Guwahati City To celebrate the development, peace and prosperity of the state, the city is all set to host an important marathon event, which will leave a lasting impact on the country’s sports map. This marathon will put the city on the national and international marathon calendar.
An Indian Army statement said the first event of the marathon will be organized in Guwahati on December 3 with the joint efforts of the Indian Army, the Government of Assam and Coal India Limited. The statement said the sporting event has been intended to attract participation at national and international levels. The event will showcase the best aspects of ‘Shining Assam’. Coal India Limited will be the main sponsor of the event and the Indian Army will be the supporting partner.
It includes 21.0975 kilometer half marathon, 10 kilometer half marathon and five kilometer race. Efforts are made to include and attract experienced and all categories of runners. To attract more and more runners to the marathon, the organizers have created several categories for the race based on age and gender and attractive prizes will also be awarded to the winners.
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