Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd organises marathon to mark 50 years of Coal India

Mahanadi Coalfields Ltd. (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Ltd. (CIL), on Sunday organised a half marathon, celebrating the 50 years of the miner. The marathon was kicked off from Kalinga Stadium here.

Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari, Sports Minister Suryanshi Suraj, CIL chairman PM Prasad, and MCL CMD Uday Anant Kaole were present on this occasion.

Over 5,600 people from various walks of life, including professional marathon runners, fitness enthusiasts, and young and old from all across the country, participated in the run.

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Participants showcased the spirit of unity and determination in the race featuring various categories, including the 21 km half marathon, 10 km run, 5 km, and a half km fun run, making it competitive for both seasoned athletes and newcomers, said Pujari.

Olympian and ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal was the ambassador of the event. A total prize money of Rs 45.34 lakh has been distributed among the winners of the marathon. PTI BBM BDC

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