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BSF Stages Jammu Marathon, First Major Public Event Since Operation Sindoor

Flagged off by Director General Daljit Singh Chawdhary, the 60th Raising Day run promoted Fit India goals of physical fitness with a drug‑free lifestyle.

Overview

  • The BSF reported more than 6,000 registrations across the 42 km, 21 km, 10 km and 5 km categories.
  • Civilians, students, BSF personnel and foreign runners took part, with Kenyan athletes among those commending the event.
  • Chawdhary said Operation Sindoor strengthened public trust in the force and pointed to growing interest in BSF recruitment.
  • Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty participated to champion fitness and solidarity, and the BSF thanked the J&K government and local administration for support.
  • The program also included a BSF motorcycle rally flagged off from Jammu to Bhuj to promote unity and fitness.