In  a major setback to the  whole Bihar and the gang of Runners from 24 countries, the first episode of Patna Marathon which was scheduled to take place this Sunday (February 26),  has been postponed.  Any possible timeline or  new date for the  Marathon has not been declared . A message apoloziging the runners has been posted on the Official Facebook Page of the Patna Marathon
Organizers quote that several examinations (few entrance exams and Class 10 board exams ) fo r over 1.5 Lakh candidates has been suddenly scheduled at various centers of Patna on the same day and controlling the traffic along with the running marathon squad would be very difficult. But, it seems that couple of other reasons also might have contributed to this postponement. There was lack of synergy between District Administration and the Organizing Team, where Administration apprently failed to recognize the importance of such a mega event in Bihar.
Organizers on their part worked hard to make it a grand success. Few days back a video for the theme song was also released. However, it was reported that they have been facing  crunch of  funds as several sponsorship talks failed.  They have also started  refunding  the Registration Fee to all participants
This marathon was originally supposed to take place on October 29 last year. Since then it was postponed thrice  leading to Feb 26.
Such abrupt cancellation/postponement might affect the image of Bihar outside, Â because participants from around 24 countries very expected to run in the Marathon. Â It would also affect the branding of resurgent Bihar as the indications of Jungle Raj do pop up sometimes.