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Omar Abdullah flags off ‘Kashmir Marathon’; athletes from 12 countries participate Image Source: IANS

Omar Abdullah Flags Off Kashmir Marathon; Athletes From 12 Countries Participate

By IANS News October 25, 2026 • 09:14 AM View: 16

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah: The third edition of the Kashmir Marathon was flagged off by J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday as athletes from 12 countries joined others to compete at the sporting event.

The event brings into sharp national and international focus the tourism potential of Kashmir, its rich culture, scenic beauty and sporting possibilities. The managers of the event, the J&K Tourism Department, said there were 1,807 online registrations, including 1,221 from J&K, 513 from other parts of the country and 73 international athletes representing 12 countries.