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Sports
Bathinda Hosts 20,000‑Runner Event to Promote Drug‑Free Punjab
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 14 Sep 2026, 12:37 PM
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In Bathinda, a 20,000‑person run was held to raise awareness about drug abuse and promote a drug‑free Punjab.
A mass run featuring 20,000 participants took place in Bathinda to spotlight the issue of drug abuse and advocate for a drug‑free Punjab.
The event, organized by local civic bodies and supported by the Punjab Police, attracted runners from across the state, including students, athletes, and community volunteers.
Participants completed a 10‑kilometre course that passed through key municipal landmarks, with medical teams on standby to ensure safety.
The run was part of a broader campaign to curb drug addiction, with organizers urging citizens to report suspicious activities and seek help through state helplines.
Officials emphasized that such public gatherings can foster community solidarity and raise the profile of anti‑drug initiatives.
The event, organized by local civic bodies and supported by the Punjab Police, attracted runners from across the state, including students, athletes, and community volunteers.
Participants completed a 10‑kilometre course that passed through key municipal landmarks, with medical teams on standby to ensure safety.
The run was part of a broader campaign to curb drug addiction, with organizers urging citizens to report suspicious activities and seek help through state helplines.
Officials emphasized that such public gatherings can foster community solidarity and raise the profile of anti‑drug initiatives.