Leh, August 17/ VOL News Desk/ Lieutenant Governor, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, today launched the official Jersey of the 13th Edition of the Ladakh Marathon, marking the commencement of one of the world’s highest‑altitude endurance sporting events. The Ladakh Marathon has become a symbol of resilience, adventure, and global sporting excellence, drawing athletes and enthusiasts from across India and abroad.
This year’s edition is distinguished by a prize pool enhanced to ₹1 crore, a landmark...
VOL News Desk/ On the second day of the Pangong Frozen Lake Marathon 2026, held on 25th February 2026, the event was organised by The Thin Ice Adventure in collaboration with the Government of UT Ladakh, Indian Oil Corporation (Servo), and other stakeholders.
Day 2 featured the 21 km and 5 km race categories.
Approximately 250 runners participated across both the 21 km and 5 km categories, showcasing remarkable endurance and enthusiasm despite the extreme high-altitude conditions.
Leh, September 12, 2025: Showcasing extraordinary grit and determination, Tsewang Kundan (BIB No. 172) of Ladakh Scouts Regiment emerged as the 1st Finisher of the Silk Route Ulta 2025 Marathon, completing the grueling challenge in 13 hours, 50 minutes, and 1 second.
The 2nd position was secured by Phuntsok Namgail (BIB No. 173), also from Ladakh Scouts, who finished in 14 hours, 38 minutes, and 14 seconds. Skarma Phurbu Tsering claimed the 3rd position, completing the marathon in 15 hour...
~This is the third reservoir restored in the region through the company’s support
~The three reservoirs supply water to over 500 families in Nubra Valley for irrigation
Sep 10/ VOL News Desk/ Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water company, inaugurated the third reservoir, restored in Nubra Valley, Ladakh, under its flagship initiative, Project Nayi Umeed. The reservoir, with a capacity to hold nearly 12 lakh (or 1.2 million) litres of water, has been repaired an...
Leh, Sept2, 2024: The Marathon Expo for the Ladakh Marathon 2024 has officially opened, set to showcase various aspects of the marathon including race details, athlete information, and local attractions. This inaugural event promises to heighten excitement and engagement for this year’s marathon on Sept 1.
During the Expo’s opening at the NDS Sports Stadium,Chairman/CEC,Adv. Tashi Gyalson, LAHDC Leh, announced a prize pool of INR 45 lakh for the 2024 marathon. This significant increase in...
Leh, August 30, 2024: The Advisor to the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, UT Ladakh, Dr Pawan Kotwal, convened a preparatory meeting regarding the conduct of the 11th edition of the Ladakh Marathon at the Civil Secretariat, Leh.
At the outset, Secretary to Youth Services & Sports, UT Ladakh, Vikram Singh Malik provided detailed insights about the Marathon, challenges and bottlenecks which impede the event.
The event will feature six different categories with the participation of 6281 runne...
Leh, August 8, 2024 :Official T-shirt launch event was honored by the Chairman/CEC Adv. Tashi Gyalson,LAHDC ,Leh who was the chief guest and ADGP, Dr. S.D Singh Jamal was the guest of honour at the launch event.
The event was also graced by Dy. Chairman, LAHDC, Leh, Tsering Angchuk; Secretary, Tourism, Ladakh, Vikram Singh Malik; Deputy Commissioner/CEO, Santosh Sukhadeve; SSP, Leh, Shruti Arora; Founder and Race Director, Ladakh Marathon, Chewang Motup Goba; Air Force Officers; Managing...
Kargil: Dr. Mohan Kumar Danappa, a distinguished Central Government Advocate at the High Court of Karnataka in Bangalore, orchestrated a unique marathon in Kargil, commemorating the nation’s 77th Independence Day and the 24th Kargil Victory Day on August 15. On the occasion, a remarkable initiative dubbed “Salaam Soldiers” unfolded.
This initiative paid tribute to the valiant soldiers who laid down their lives during the Kargil War and in the struggle for freedom. The event saw the youth...
Leh, Feb 14: Ladakhi women runners bring laurels to the region with good performances at the 9th edition of the Hiranandani Thane Half Marathon that was held at Thane on February 12.
In this event, three half-marathon runners from the marathon team Ladakh participated. Tashi Ladol secured the 2nd position, Stanzin Chosdol secured the 3rd position and Stanzin Dolkar secured the 5th position.
Similarly, at the Tata Steel Kolkata marathon Tashi Ladol, Stanzin Chondol, and Stanzin Dolkar s...
Diskit Dolma bags 3rd position in full marathon
Kargil, Dec 04, 2022:
The 36th Pune International Marathon, India’s oldest Marathon, concluded today at Sanas Sports Ground Pune which saw huge participation of sportspersons across different places.
Chairman/CEC, LAHDC, Kargil Feroz Ahmed Khan, Executive Councilor for Tourism, RD and Zanskar Affairs, LAHDC, Kargil Er. Punchok Tashi, Councilor Taisuru, Syed Abbas Razvi, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Kargil, A G Zargar, Founder Sarhad,...
