Jammu and Kashmir: Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police Dilbagh Singh on Sunday flagged off 'Run for Unity' marathon in Jammu on Sunday and said that the event drew an overwhelming response from the youth of the city.
"There is an overwhelming response at the event. These events positively channelise the energy of the youth and keep them away from wrong habits like drugs. It also helps develop a positive sports culture among the students in the region," Singh told reporters.
He said that these events allow police to forge a connection with the people.
"It is important that the public and police are connected and work together. Youth has an important role to play. This is not the first such event, we have organised similar events in the past," Singh said.
"The run of unity was organised in different categories including half-marathons - 10 km, eight km, and six km - for both boys and girls. Thousands of youngsters participated in the event," he added.
The participants also hailed the event as a positive step.
"Both boys and girls get to participate in this event. Such events not only keep us healthy but also create a positive environment," said Shivasta Bharadwaj, a participant.
Another participant, Farhad said that these events bring people for positive activity and forge togetherness.
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