Prior to the Republic Day, 5-km Mini Marathons would be concurrently organised at 54 cities across the country onJanuary 24 (Sunday) to suffuse patriotism.
In Bhubaneswar, as many as 42 organisations and institutions have joined hands for this event with a tagline ‘I for India’. The format eliminates any competition, ensuring free participation. While in most of the cities, the event is being organised by armed forces, in Bhubaneswar, the Government of India has assigned the responsibility to the Nalco.
This all-inclusive event is being held with the active support from different public sector undertakings, corporate houses, colleges, universities, schools, hospitals, clubs and forums along with thousands of volunteers. The mega event is expected to witness participation of around 10,000 people, including noted sportspersons and celebrities. The Mini Marathon in Bhubaneswar would be flagged off by Governor Dr SC Jamir from the Janata Maidan at 7.30 on Sunday and would conclude at the Kalinga Stadium via 120 Battalion.
The Commissionerate of Police, the district administration and the Odisha Sports Authority are actively supporting the event to make it a success. Besides, the organisers have decided to clean up the venue and the track soon after the event.