Srinagar: The relaunched Khyber Run for ShahreKhaas (Old City), organised by Fucan Sports in collaboration with KSW, has received an overwhelming response, with registrations closing within 48 hours of opening.
The 10-km long-distance run is scheduled for May 17, starting from Badamwari Gate. The route will pass through key heritage areas including Kathidarwaza, Chattipadshahi, Rainawari, Khanyar, Nowpora, Khayam, Munawarabad, Baba Dawood Khaki Bridge, Baba Demb, Fateh Kadal, Khankah, New Zaina Kadal, Old Zaina Kadal, Budshah Tomb, Saraf Kadal, Bohri Kadal, Malaratta, Nowhatta, Jamia Masjid and Gojwara, before concluding at Islamia College Campus, Hawal.
Initially capped at 100 participants, entries were extended to 125 due to high demand. With the inclusion of 10 mentors and 15 icons, total participation will be 150. Registrations have now been officially closed to maintain professional standards.
All participants will receive customised finisher medals, T-shirts and certificates.
The event is supported by NITians Career Institute, Paristaan, Adlife and Media Line, with Khyber as the title sponsor.
Organisers said the run, last held in 2015, has been revived to promote a healthy lifestyle while showcasing the heritage of Srinagar’s old city, adding that future editions will be expanded with more categories and wider participation.
