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Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma Flags Off 17th AU Jaipur Marathon

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma inaugurated the 17th AU Jaipur Marathon, flagging off the Dream Run category. He addressed participants, linking the event to national initiatives like Fit India and Khelo India that channel youth energy. The marathon, organized by World Trade Park and Sanskruti Yuva Sanstha, follows last year's edition which featured multi-city runs across the country. The event saw participation from hundreds of runners, officials, and community members.

Key Points: Rajasthan CM Inaugurates 17th AU Jaipur Marathon

  • CM flags off 17th edition
  • Event includes Dream Run category
  • Part of national Fit India movement
  • Multi-city runs in over 30 cities
  • Organized by World Trade Park & Sanskruti Yuva Sanstha
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Rajasthan: CM Bhajan Lal Sharma inaugurates 17th AU Jaipur Marathon

CM Bhajan Lal Sharma flags off the marathon, highlighting youth energy and national fitness initiatives like Fit India and Khelo India.

"Inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, Prime Minister Modi is creating a path for you to succeed. - CM Bhajan Lal Sharma"

Jaipur, February 1

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma flagged off the 17th AU Jaipur Marathon on Sunday. The marathon includes several categories, and Chief Minister Sharma inaugurated the Dream Run category.

Addressing the gathering at the Marathon, the Chief Minister said, "Through national initiatives like Fit India and Khelo India, the government is channelling the energy of our youth toward growth. This is your time. Inspired by the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, Prime Minister Modi is creating a path for you to succeed. India's global prestige is a testament to your hard work, and I am fully confident in the potential of Rajasthan's youth to lead us forward."

Last year, the 16th AU Jaipur Marathon kicked off with the Welcome Run and Fitness Party.

During this, multi-city runs and fitness parties were organised in more than 30 cities across the country, including Jaipur, Delhi, Mumbai, Ludhiana, Pune, and Surat. Along with the youth brigade, children and their parents also participated.

The 16th AU Jaipur Marathon, organised by World Trade Park and Sanskruti Yuva Sanstha in collaboration with AU Small Finance Bank, powered by Aavas Finance and co-powered by INA Solar, was organised on February 2. AU Jaipur Marathon CEO Mukesh Mishra said that "the festival of running steps, the AU Jaipur Marathon Welcome Run and Fitness Party, has begun."

This event started simultaneously in 30 cities across the country, including Jaipur, Delhi, and Mumbai. A fitness party and boot camp were also organised in the Mahesh Nagar Zone on 6 January, 2025.

On this occasion, Pandit Suresh Mishra, organizer of AU Jaipur Marathon and President of Sanskruti Yuva Sansthan, Firoz Balsara, Chief of Staff of Aavas Financiers, Councilor Prasad Suman Gupta from Vidyadhar Nagar, Ravi Goenka, Race Director of AU Jaipur Marathon, Praveen Tijaria, President of Jaipur Runners Club, Executive President Deepak Sharma, Secretary Nipun Wadhwa, Vice President Rajesh Chaudhary, Nitin Gupta and all the zonal directors were present.

More than 500 runners ran in Jaipur last year.

- ANI

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Priya S
While promoting fitness is excellent, I wish the government showed the same enthusiasm for improving public parks and jogging tracks in our cities. The infrastructure for daily fitness is still lacking for most citizens.
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Rohit P
Participated last year with my family! The atmosphere was electric. It's not just about running; it's a festival. Glad to see it expanding to 30+ cities. More power to Sanskruti Yuva Sanstha for this initiative. 🏃‍♂️💨
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Jaipur, I love how these events bring the community together. The blend of fitness and culture is unique. The 'Welcome Run' concept is fantastic for making everyone feel included.
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Vikram M
Good step, but the article reads more like a list of dignitaries present than about the spirit of the marathon. The focus should be on the 500+ runners and their stories, not just the chiefs and presidents on stage.
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Kavya N
Bringing Swami Vivekananda's teachings into this is inspiring. Youth power is our greatest asset. Hope such events also include awareness sessions on nutrition and mental wellness, not just physical running.

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