BSF to organise half-marathon on Oct 22
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 06 2017:
To commemorate the courageous deeds and supreme sacrifice made by brave soldiers of Border Security Force from Manipur who had attained martyrdom, 49 Bn and 54 Bn BSF under the auspices of Sector Hqtrs BSF CI (Ops) Koirengei will organise a ‘BSF Martyrs Half Marathon’ on October 22 .
Addressing a press meet today at Sector Hqtrs BSF CI (Ops) complex, Koirengei, Commandant of SHQ Manipur Hidam Shubol said similar marathon race will be organised simultaneously on the day at BSF Headquarters and other States .
The half-marathon will also promote the sportsmanship spirit of Manipur, Shubol said .
The run will begin from Khuman Lampak Sports Complex and culminate at SHQ, Koirengei via Minuthong, North AOC, Chingmeirong, Mantripukhri.
Male students of any school of Manipur in the age group of 12-16 are eligible to participate in the half marathon, Shubol said .
Saying that the marathon will not be a success without the cooperation of all concerned, Commandant H Shubol appealed to all concerned to extend possible assistance and support .
Handsome cash prizes will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd position winners.
Consolation prizes will also be given to 13 contenders, he added .
Entry forms will be available at 49 Bn BSF, Koirengei; Tac Hq 54 Bn BSF Loktak; STC BSF Churachandpur; BSF Post at High Court complex and Administrative Block of YAS, Khuman Lampak with effect from Oct 7.The last date of submission of entry form is Oct 17 at 49 Bn BSF Koirengei, Shubol added .
The press meet was also attended by SK Singh, Commandant, 54 Bn BSF Loktak and ND Mao, Commandant, 49 Bn BSF Koirengei.