Silchar: A total of 944 runners, including 92 women, joined the Barak Marathon on Sunday, marking Police Commemoration Day and promoting fitness and a drug-free society.Organised by CRPF’s Counter Insurgency and Anti-Terrorism (CIAT) School, the marathon featured 10km and 21km categories. The marathon was flagged off by CIAT School DIG Brigadier Bikram Singh, who conceptualised the initiative to encourage healthy living and social responsibility among young people.Students from Silchar Medical College and Hospital and National Institute of Technology, Silchar, joined participants from different walks of life.Organisers said the turnout reflected growing awareness about fitness and healthy lifestyles in Barak Valley. CRPF officials said the event encouraged young people to avoid substance abuse and other social evils while promoting discipline, responsible citizenship and community participation.The marathon also sought to strengthen ties between the security forces and the community and encourage youth participation in nation-building.Winners in both categories were felicitated at a prize distribution ceremony, where medals and certificates were presented.Addressing the gathering, Singh stressed the importance of fitness, discipline and social responsibility in building a healthy society. Officials said the event was part of CRPF’s community outreach and youth engagement efforts.
