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Punjab Youth Run slated for Oct 11 in Amritsar, expects 25,000‑30,000 participants
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 06:36 PM
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The Punjab Youth Run is set for 11 October in Amritsar, with organizers anticipating a crowd of 25,000 to 30,000 young participants.
Amritsar will host the Punjab Youth Run on 11 October, a mass‑participation event aimed at encouraging fitness and community spirit among the state’s young population. The race is planned to start from the historic Hall Bazaar and conclude near the iconic Golden Temple, covering a route that showcases the city’s cultural landmarks.
Organisers project that between 25,000 and 30,000 youths will line up at the starting point, making it one of the largest youth‑focused runs in the region. Officials from the Punjab Sports Department highlighted the event’s role in promoting healthy lifestyles and providing a platform for young people to engage in constructive activities.
Security and crowd‑management measures are being coordinated by local police and municipal authorities. Temporary medical stations, water points, and traffic diversions have been arranged to ensure participant safety. The run follows a series of smaller community runs held earlier this year, which saw strong turnout and positive feedback from participants and local businesses alike.
Organisers project that between 25,000 and 30,000 youths will line up at the starting point, making it one of the largest youth‑focused runs in the region. Officials from the Punjab Sports Department highlighted the event’s role in promoting healthy lifestyles and providing a platform for young people to engage in constructive activities.
Security and crowd‑management measures are being coordinated by local police and municipal authorities. Temporary medical stations, water points, and traffic diversions have been arranged to ensure participant safety. The run follows a series of smaller community runs held earlier this year, which saw strong turnout and positive feedback from participants and local businesses alike.