Excelsior Sports Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 7: To inculcate the spirit of physical fitness among children and youth, a Rashtriya Rifles Battalion under the aegis of Counter Insurgency Force (Romeo) organised ‘Run for Fun’ competition at Goldh, today.
The event was organized to promote sports in the State as sports and games play an important role in shaping the personality of youth and serve as health elixir to nurture them both mentally and physically.
A large number of school children and youth of far flung areas participated in the competition. The competition was held under two age categories. In first group, school children below 10 years took part in 1.5 km run whereas students between age group of above 11 to 14 years participated in 3 km run.
The event was witnessed by the citizens of the nearby villages and sports fans of all age groups. The participants on their part put up a fine display of sportsmanship and discipline. Prizes were distributed to the individuals securing first three positions in each category to boost their morale.
Md Razak, Principal Middle School, Relan was highly appreciative of Army’s thoughtfulness for conduct of such type of event in their village which was enjoyed by youth as well as their parents.
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