Jharkhand Woman Runs 1,600m Barefoot in Saree to Secure Home Guard Job

An aspiring Home Guard recruit from Jharkhand recently completed a 1,600‑metre run without shoes while wearing a traditional saree.\n\nThe barefoot sprint was part of her preparation for the upcoming recruitment drive.\n\nThe Home Guard, a volunteer force that assists the police and civil authorities, requires candidates to meet specific fitness standards, including a 1,600‑metre run.\n\nThe woman hopes that her disciplined training will help her secure a position in the force.