Jammu, 29 March (H.S.): Asserting that Jammu and Kashmir is now prominently showcasing its vast tourism potential on the global stage under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said that the long-cherished dreams and aspirations of the people are steadily turning into reality.

Speaking at the felicitation ceremony of Jammu Marathon at MA Stadium here, LG Sinha said, “Under the leadership of PM Modi, Jammu Kashmir is now showcasing its boundless tourism potential on the world map and the long-awaited dreams and aspirations are becoming a reality.”

The Lieutenant Governor recalled that when Government of India first conceived the Kashmir Marathon in December 2023 meeting, the goal wasn’t just to organize a race but it envisioned a new Jammu Kashmir announcing its arrival on the global sporting stage.

He said that through Jammu Marathon, the participants have not only discovered new experiences within themselves but also witnessed the profound changes sweeping Jammu Kashmir.

Pertinently, the maiden international half Marathon in Jammu on Sunday, organized by J&K Tourism department, featuring 21 km, 10 km and 5 km race categories, witnessed the participation of more than 3000 runners from across the country and abroad.

The Lieutenant Governor observed that fueled by the citizens’ unyielding resolve, Jammu Kashmir Union Territory is setting new benchmarks in development.

“The renewed resolve taking root in our sporting arena. I am especially delighted that, in pursuit of Fit India, we are also igniting a new sporting revolution in Jammu Kashmir,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Krishan Kumar