Srinagar, July 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday flagged off a Reading Marathon on the banks of Dal Lake, describing it as a celebration of knowledge, fitness and responsibility towards nature.
Thousands of young readers and runners from colleges and universities across Jammu and Kashmir participated in the event organised by the National Book Trust as part of the Chinar Book Festival.
The Reading Marathon, held as part of Education Week, marks six years of the National Education Policy. With the motto “Run for a Green Future”, the event highlighted the importance of taking education beyond classrooms and protecting nature through sustained efforts.
In a post on X, Sinha said, “I urge every participant to take three resolutions—make reading a daily habit, dedicate themselves to environmental conservation and commit to bringing positive change in society.”
