Ayodhya, 11 February (H.S.): The fourth edition of the national marathon Run for Ram—dedicated to fitness, discipline, and cultural awareness—will unfold on February 22 in an even grander format. This year, the Goa government joins as Silver Partner, while the Chhattisgarh government and Nava Raipur Atal Nagar Development Authority (NRANVP) serve as Bronze Partners.

Organized by Kreeda Bharati under Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) guidance at Ayodhya's Ram Katha Park, the event fuses spiritual devotion, physical fitness, and social unity.Goa's Silver Partnership symbolizes the state's commitment to sports, youth empowerment, and active lifestyles, enhancing the marathon's national credibility and amplifying its message of fitness and unity across India.

Chhattisgarh and NRANVP's Bronze roles highlight the state's Ramayana-era heritage as 'Shri Ram Ji's maternal home,' while linking Nava Raipur's modern planned development, extending the event's cultural reach nationally.Kreeda Bharati Uttar Pradesh President Avnish Kumar Singh stated that Run for Ram has emerged as a national movement linking physical fitness to civilizational values.

Support from Goa and Chhattisgarh governments proves unity, health, and cultural awakening can be fostered through public participation.Over 10,000 runners from India and abroad are expected, including professional athletes, fitness enthusiasts, families, youth, seniors, and devotees.Street India Sports Foundation joins as knowledge partner, promoting women's participation, inclusion, and leadership.

With robust institutional backing and growing national engagement, Run for Ram 2026 is poised to reaffirm Ayodhya as a symbol of faith, fitness, and national unity.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar