J-K: Ramban DC flags off Maharana Pratap Run 2026 under Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan
Ramban, May 11
Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan on Sunday flagged off the "Maharana Pratap Run 2026" in Ramban, organised as part of the ongoing 100-day 'Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan.'
The competition was organised on Sunday by the Shri Amar Kshatriya Rajput Sabha Ramban in collaboration with the Pahari Sports Academy Ramban.
Following the event, Balwinder Singh, who clinched the first position in the Men's 3-kilometre marathon, expressed his delight at the win and urged citizens not to indulge in substance abuse.
"...Today, I participated in a marathon held at the Ramban... I am delighted to have secured first place in this 3-kilometre run. I am an active competitor at both the national and state levels, and participating in marathons always proves beneficial for me. Regarding fitness, I would like to convey this message: keep your body free from substance abuse. Intoxicants are harmful to our well-being. I urge everyone to embrace sports and give their absolute best..." Singh told ANI.
Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan highlighted the significance of the ongoing 100-day "Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan," which is currently being observed across the Union Territory. He noted that in line with the campaign, various awareness initiatives are being organised across the Ramban district, which also include the Maharana Pratap Run 2026.
The Deputy Commissioner expressed his hope that the Ramban district would eventually become entirely free of substance abuse.
"The 100-day 'Nasha Mukt Abhiyan' is being held in J&K. In the same context, various programmes are also being organised in the Ramban district. Today, in this regard, a run has been organised by the Amar Kshatriya Rajput Sabha. Along with the administration, civil society and different organisations are also participating. We are hopeful that we will be able to make the district drug-free. The more the youth participate, the more impactful it will be," Khan told ANI.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally, some positive news from Jammu! The youth need more such events to channel their energy. But I wish the administration would also focus on rehabilitation centers for those already addicted. Prevention is good, but cure is equally important.
Maharana Pratap Run! What a fitting name to inspire our youth. The Rajput Sabha and Pahari Sports Academy deserve appreciation. Hope such runs become a regular feature across all districts. Sports can truly transform lives. 👏
Balwinder Singh's message is spot on - "keep your body free from substance abuse." We need more athletes like him to be role models. I just hope this isn't just a one-day event but a sustained campaign. Drug menace requires long-term effort.
Good to see local bodies like Shri Amar Kshatriya Rajput Sabha taking ownership. Civil society participation is key to making Nasha Mukt Abhiyan successful. DC sahab's optimism about a drug-free Ramban is inspiring. Let's hope other districts follow suit!
As someone who has visited Kashmir, I can see why this campaign is important. The combination of sports and anti-drug messaging is smart. More than just a run, it's building a community movement. Wishing Ramban all the best in becoming drug-free! 🏃♂️
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