Srinagar, Nov. 2 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Bollywood actor Sunil Shetty on Sunday flagged off the Kashmir Marathon 2.0 - 2025 in Srinagar, transforming the city's streets into a lively symbol of peace, unity, and sporting spirit.

The event began at dawn from Polo View, with hundreds of runners pacing along the picturesque Boulevard Road that runs beside the serene Dal Lake. Organised by the Department of Tourism, Kashmir, in association with the J&K Sports Council, the marathon featured several race categories - the full marathon (42 km), half marathon (21 km), and shorter runs designed for local participants and amateurs.

More than 1,500 runners from 27 states and Union Territories across India and 77 international athletes f...