Archive · 27 Oct 2025
Sikkim Soldierathon 2.0: Hill Marathon Promotes Fitness and Unity
The Indian Army, along with others, organized a running event in Sikkim called Sikkim Soldierathon 2.0.
The event, which took place in Gangtok, was a chance for people to run and have fun while supporting the armed forces and staying healthy.
More than 2,500 people from many different places joined in, running distances of 21km, 10km, or 5km.
The event also celebrated the accomplishments of participants and honored the courage of the nation's soldiers.
People from all walks of life participated and came together.
Sikkim Soldierathon 2.0 was held at the Paljor Stadium in Gangtok, Sikkim.
The event's theme was 'Run the Ridge – Connect the Peaks – Unite the Spirit'.
It was organized by 'Fitistan – Ek Fit Bharat' in collaboration with the Indian Army.
Over 2,500 runners from 27 states participated in the event.
The marathon had 21km, 10km and 5km categories.
- Who
- Runners, organizers, military, and dignitaries
- What
- Sikkim Soldierathon 2.0 hill marathon
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Paljor Stadium, Gangtok, Sikkim
- Why
- To promote fitness, solidarity, and honor the Armed Forces
- Event Name
- Sikkim Soldierathon 2.0
- Theme
- Run the Ridge – Connect the Peaks – Unite the Spirit
- Location
- Paljor Stadium, Gangtok, Sikkim
- Organizers
- Fitistan – Ek Fit Bharat, Eastern Command, Trishakti Corps of the Indian Army
- Categories
- 21km, 10km, 5km
- Participants
- Over 2,500 runners
- States Represented
- 27
Sources
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