Barishal- “1st Barishal Marathon 2020″ was held on Saturday at Bangabandhu Park in Barishal city, marking the birth centenary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and aiming to spread anti-drug spirit.
The event, organised by science organization ‘Cosmic Culture’ had over 200 runners participating in four categories: Half Marathon (21.5 km), Power Run (10 km), Dream Run (5 km) and Charity Run (3.5 km).
Barisal Metropolitan Police Commissioner Shahabuddin Khan inaugurated the marathon as the chief guest. In his speech he said such an arrangement will motivate people to engage in various good works and inspire them to lead a beautiful life, said a press release.
Barisal Press Club President Manvendra Batbal and Cosmic Culture President Dr Anish Mandal gave away souvenirs and medals to winners and marathon finishers.
In the Half Marathon category, Md Wasiur Rahman, Rana Rahman and Shobhan Mitra Tanchangha occupied 1st, 2nd and 3rd places respectively. Sheikh Zahirul Islam, Dr Pranab Kumar Saha and Md Abdullah Sajan attained top three positions respectively in Power Run category.
The event was sponsored by Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Amrita Consumer Food Products Ltd. and Data Craft.UNB
