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Over 3,000 Runners Participate in Manipur Police Half Marathon
✍️ Imphal Times
🗓 18 Oct 2026, 07:01 PM
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More than 3,000 athletes ran the Manipur Police Half Marathon in Imphal, marking a major community fitness event.
Imphal hosted the Manipur Police Half Marathon, drawing participation from over 3,000 runners across the state. The event covered the standard 21.1-kilometre distance and was organized by the Manipur Police Department as part of its outreach and public‑health initiatives.
The large turnout reflects growing interest in long‑distance running among residents and underscores the role of police‑led events in promoting fitness and community spirit. Runners of varied ages and backgrounds converged at the start line, creating a vibrant atmosphere throughout the race.
Police officials highlighted that the marathon aims to encourage a healthy lifestyle while fostering goodwill between law‑enforcement agencies and citizens. The successful execution of the race is being hailed as a model for future sporting events in the region.
The large turnout reflects growing interest in long‑distance running among residents and underscores the role of police‑led events in promoting fitness and community spirit. Runners of varied ages and backgrounds converged at the start line, creating a vibrant atmosphere throughout the race.
Police officials highlighted that the marathon aims to encourage a healthy lifestyle while fostering goodwill between law‑enforcement agencies and citizens. The successful execution of the race is being hailed as a model for future sporting events in the region.