Jhenaidah: A symbolic marathon race was held in Jhenaidah district on the occasion of July Uprising Day. The event was part of a commemorative initiative to mark the significant day with active community participation.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the marathon was jointly organized by the district administration and the Department of Youth Development. The race commenced in the morning in front of the Jhenaidah Deputy Commissioner's office, attracting nearly two hundred runners.
Participants traversed a three-kilometer route that included Circuit House, Gitanjali, and Hosne Shaheed Suhrawardy roads, culminating at the Bir Shrestha Hamidur Rahman Stadium. Present at the event were notable figures such as Jhenaidah Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Abdul Awal, Sadar Upazila Executive Officer Hosne Ara, Jhenaidah Sadar Upazila Health Complex Health and Family Planning Officer Mithila Islam, District BNP General Secretary Zahiduzzaman Mona, and District Sports Officer Md. Mizanur Rahman.
In the race, Md. Ashiqur Rahman achieved first place among the boys, while Nadia claimed the top spot among the girls. Deputy Commissioner Md. Abdul Awal awarded the prizes to the winners, recognizing their achievements on this symbolic occasion.