Rizwan and Anisha Triumph at Healthon Half Marathon in Dehradun
"It feels like the entire Dehradun has come out on the streets today, becoming health-conscious. It was great to be a part of this event organized by Dainik Jagran-inext," – Vibhor Dhiman, Combiflam-MS Cream.
In the early hours of March 2, thousands of Dehradun residents came together to embrace fitness and celebrate an active lifestyle. The occasion was the Combiflam-MS Cream Presents Dainik Jagran-inext Healthon Half Marathon, an event that electrified the city with enthusiasm and energy.
A Grand Kick-off with Enthusiastic Participation
From as early as 4 AM, eager participants started gathering at the Police Line Ground, Racecourse. The ground soon filled with thousands of runners, each collecting their event t-shirts and warming up for the much-awaited races. The marathon was flagged off at 6:40 AM in the presence of distinguished dignitaries: • Saurabh Thapliyal, Mayor of Dehradun • Anurag Gupta, Chief General Manager, Dainik Jagran Dehradun • Devendra Sati, Editorial In-charge, Dainik Jagran Dehradun • Mukesh Kumar Singh, Regional Head, Dainik Jagran-inext • Ashok Kumar, Sales Area Head • Kiran Kumar, Circulation Head
Beyond Dehradun: Widespread Participation
The marathon wasn’t just limited to Dehradun residents. Runners from Saharanpur, Roorkee, Rishikesh, Chamoli, Rudraprayag, and Haridwar joined in, making it a truly regional fitness movement. Prominent officials, including Additional Municipal Commissioner Gopalram Binwal and Assistant Municipal Commissioner Rajveer Chauhan, were present to witness and support the event.
Entertainment & High-Energy Performances
Adding to the excitement, the Flying Feather Dance Academy delivered electrifying performances throughout the event. Their mix of Garhwali, Kumaoni, and Hindi songs had the crowd dancing and celebrating fitness in full spirit.
Honoring the Runners
Mayor Saurabh Thapliyal personally felicitated the participants, lauding Dainik Jagran-inext for successfully bringing the city together for a health-focused initiative. He emphasized how the overwhelming participation, especially among the youth, highlighted Dehradun’s growing commitment to fitness.
Professional Support from Uttarakhand Athletics Association
The Uttarakhand Athletics Association played a crucial role in ensuring a well-organized marathon. Led by Secretary KJS Kalsi, over two dozen experts assisted the runners throughout the route, from Police Line to Kathbangla. Key officials, including Gurphool Singh, Neeraj Sharma, Urmila Rashnu, RS Rana, Avatar Singh, Sunita Rawat, Mukesh Rawat, Ankit Bharti, Abhishek, Vipin Purohit, and Shrikant Neeraj Chandola, along with seven other referees, provided on-ground support.
A Milestone Event for Dehradun’s Fitness Movement
The Combiflam-MS Cream Presents Dainik Jagran-inext Healthon Half Marathon has set a benchmark for health and fitness events in Dehradun. With thousands of enthusiastic runners, high-voltage entertainment, and expert supervision, the event was nothing short of a grand success. As Dehradun takes a step forward in its fitness journey, this marathon stands as a testament to the city's growing health-conscious culture. Until next time, #RunForYourself!
