PASIGHAT, OCT 12:

The Pasighat Municipal Council (PMC) organised a marathon at the J.N. College playground on Monday under its “Seva Mera Yogdan 2026” initiative to promote a clean, green and plastic-free Pasighat. The event witnessed participation from over 500 runners.

The marathon was flagged off by Pasighat East MLA Tapi Darang in the presence of PMC Chief Councillor Tagom Padung, Deputy Chief Councillor Kamin Lego, ward representatives and officials. The event featured a 9-km race for boys and a 6-km race for girls.

The marathon was organised with support from Arunachal Pradesh University, Jawaharlal Nehru College, Arunachal University, College of Horticulture and Forestry, Apex Professional University, Rashtriya Raksha University, IGJ Higher Secondary School, DEM Higher Secondary School and other institutions. Ward representatives from eight wards of Pasighat also supported the event.

In the girls’ category, Wanna Bitti secured first place, followed by Nang Lukena Chatung and Boyon Binggep in second and third positions, respectively. In the boys’ category, Toko Tab finished first, while Kem Bdr Chettry and Khisreswar Pait secured second and third positions, respectively.

The first, second and third-place winners in both categories received cash prizes of Rs 15,000, Rs 10,000 and Rs 5,000, respectively. Trophies were presented to the first-place winners, while certificates were awarded to the winners. The last seven participants in each category received consolation certificates of participation.

The marathon aimed to promote physical fitness, environmental awareness, responsible waste management and the reduction of single-use plastics. The event concluded with a call for citizens to contribute actively towards keeping Pasighat clean, green and plastic-free, reaffirming PMC’s commitment to environmental sustainability and public participation in civic responsibilities. (DIPR)