State Vision News Service Srinagar, Oct. 20 Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today felicitated the winners of Kashmir Marathon, a first ever International Marathon in Jammu Kashmir. More than 1700 runners from across the country and 12 foreign nations participated in 42 km Full Marathon and 21 km Half Marathon. In his address, the Lt Governor congratulated all the winners and participants. He lauded the efforts of Tourism Department, J K Police, Security Forces, Youth Services Sports Department and all the stakeholders for the massive success of Kashmir Marathon. This successful mega event has put J K on the world marathon map, he said. Terming the occasion as another historic moment for J K, the Lt Governor expressed gratitude to Hon ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for absolute transformation of J K, which has made hosting of such international events possible. Hon ble Prime Minister s decisive leadership and restoration of peace and normalcy in J K has ensured people can enjoy international cricket matches, Formula 4 race and feel proud by hosting global Contd. on page 2