Leh, Sept. 9 -- As the crisp mountain air settles over the high-altitude deserts of Ladakh, anticipation is building for the 12th edition of the Ladakh Marathon. This year, the event is set to make history: over 6,600 runners from India and 30 other countries are expected to pound the rugged roads and frozen passes, marking the largest participation in the marathon's history.
Since its inception in 2012, the Ladakh Marathon has grown from a regional race into a global spectacle, attracting endurance athletes and adventure enthusiasts eager to challenge themselves against the thin air and dramatic landscapes of the Himalayas. "What began as Ladakh's gift to the world has evolved into one of India's premier races," said Chewang Motup Goba, C...