NE NEWS SERVICE
AHMEDABAD, FEB 14
The Indian Air Force is conducting its first-ever two-day Inter Command Ultra Marathon Competition at Air Force Station Naliya from Friday to Saturday- February 14 to 15, a Defence PRO release said.
Air Commodore EJ Anthony VSM, Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Station Naliya flagged off the Ultra Marathon on Friday at 06:00 am. The marathon started from Bharat Salt Factory at Jhakau and covered the picturesque terrain of Kutch. The air warriors from Naliya also ran along with participants for a few kilometres to boost their morale.
The 75 km run culminated at 6:30 pm on day 1. Friday. Participants ran with a “never die” attitude. 100 km & 160 km run will culminate at 06:30 am and 6:30 pm, respectively on day 2, Saturday.
The event comprising three categories – 75 km, 100 km & 160 km, respectively. Participants from Air Headquarters, various Commands of IAF and Indian Coast Guard personnel are participating in the event.
This expedition aims to promote awareness about armed forces and to bring about cohesiveness in the society by propagating the idea of ‘Ek Bharath Shreshtha Bharat’. Participation in such events creates an opportunity for air warriors to test their endurance and highlight the spirit of the IAF.
Courtesy: Defence PRO
Participants need to finish 75 km in 12 hours, 100 km in 24 hours and 160 km in 36 hours, respectively. The participants underwent rigorous and strenuous training to prepare for such a daunting endurance sport which challenges their physical and mental toughness.
