Jamalpur:Jamalpur Science and Technology University organized the Begum Khaleda Zia 5-km Marathon at its campus in Melandah upazila, drawing participation from students and local dignitaries.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the marathon was arranged by the Bangladesh Jatiyotabadi Chhatra Dal (BJCD) of the university. The event saw the attendance of Mustafizur Rahman Babul, the lawmaker of the Jamalpur-3 constituency, who participated as the chief guest. The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof Dr Md Amir Hosen, inaugurated the event as a special guest.
A total of 160 students from the university took part in the long-distance running competition. The occasion was also graced by the presence of the BJCD University Unit's Convener, AKM Abdullah Al Masud, and its Member Secretary, Jinat Miah Ajijul, among others. Prizes were distributed to the winners by the lawmaker at the conclusion of the marathon.