Jersey for Mega Marathon media committee launched
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 29 2018:
Jersey for media committee of the November 4 12th Mega Marathon Manipur organised by United People Front Manipur under the aegis of Athletic Association of Manipur, was launched today in a simple function at the conference hall of Manipur Sports Association.
The launch event of the track-suit sponsored by Chongtham Dhruvtara Khaba, proprietor cum managing director, Avion House was attended by W Second, president, United People Front Manipur; N Rupachandra, vice president, United People Front Manipur; A Loyalakpa, assistant organising secretary, United People Front Manipur and chairman of media committee M Romen.
Speaking on the occasion, W Second, president of UPF stated that the due preparation for the half marathon which is an annual affair since 2007 is almost completed.
Athletes from inside and outside the State have made entries for the 12th edition of distance ran under the theme " Run for your Nation".
W Second also thanked Chongtham Dhravtara for his contribution on the occasion.
Acknowledging people's support, he further urged the youth of the State to take part in the marathon which will be a 21.5 km run around Imphal city.
The athletes who finished with 15th places in both men's and women's category will be awarded.
The run will be flagged off from Khuman Lampak Main Stadium and traverse through Khongnang Karak, Lilashing Khongnangkhong, Thangmeiband, Khuyathong, Nagamapal, Rims Road, Uripok, Naoremthong, Tera Keithel, Sayang Road, Kwakeithel, Nganappi Thong, Pishumthong, Singjamei, Kongba Road, Porompat, Lamlong Keithel before culminating at Khuman Lampak Main Stadium.
The organiser also sought support of clubs and organisations along the route in successful conduction of the marathon.