Bokaro Half Marathon: 5,000 Runners Energize City, Promote Fitness

Bokaro: The Bokaro half marathon turned the city into a vibrant sporting arena on Sunday as nearly 5,000 runners from across the country took part in the event. Athletes competed in multiple categories, testing their endurance along key city stretches amid strong public support.The race, organised by Bokaro Steel Plant (BSL), began in the early hours, with participants assembling at the starting point under tight organisational and security arrangements. Adequate medical facilities, hydration booths, and traffic management measures were put in place to ensure the smooth conduct of the event. Volunteers were stationed along the route to assist runners and coordinate logistics.Director-in-charge of BSL Priya Ranjan said the marathon was organised to promote fitness and encourage a healthy lifestyle while placing Bokaro on the national sports map.“The energy in Bokaro was incredible. The crowd support kept me going till the finish line,” said Subhash Chauraria, a 5 km runner from Bokaro. Amrita, another local runner who took part in the event, said, “It’s wonderful to see so many women and young runners participating. Events like this inspire more people to take up fitness seriously.”