A Half Marathon organized by Dainik Jagran along with Bihar Athletics Association  would be flagged off at Patna on March 21, a day ahead of Bihar Diwas. A Host of celebrities are expected to be present during the Marathon, notably, Former Cricketer Saurav Ganguly, Former Olympian Milkha Singh, Wrestler Sushil Kumar and Actor Farhan Akhtar who is also making a Film on the life of Milkha Singh.
The Marathon would be kick start at 6 in the Morning. The Route Map begins from Rajbhavan and ends at RajendraNagar Chowk Circle. Â Over 1000 athletes are expected to participate in the Marathon.
The Entry is Free and one can register by SMSing JMPF <Name> to 57272. Â One can choose between Half Marathon, Simple run or Fun Run.
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar would give away the Prizes to the Winners on the same at at 11 AM at a ceremony at Moin-ul-Haq Stadium, Patna.