Archive · 25 Jul 2026
First Reading Marathon Held in Srinagar
On July 25, 2026, the first-ever Reading Marathon was held in Srinagar at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC).
Organized by the National Book Trust (NBT) India and the District Administration Srinagar, the event was part of the Chinar Book Festival.
Hundreds of youths from local colleges and universities participated, carrying placards that said, 'Say No To Drugs, Say Yes To Books.'
The marathon aimed to promote reading habits, lifelong learning, education, and environmental consciousness.
The event was flagged off by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who urged participants to make reading a daily habit, dedicate themselves to environmental conservation, and commit to bringing positive change in society.
The Reading Marathon is part of Education Week and marks six successful years of the National Education Policy.
The first-ever Reading Marathon was held in Srinagar on July 25, 2026.
Organized by the National Book Trust (NBT) India and the District Administration Srinagar.
Hundreds of youths from local colleges and universities participated.
The event aimed to promote reading habits, lifelong learning, education, and environmental consciousness.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha flagged off the marathon and urged participants to make reading a daily habit and commit to environmental conservation.
- Who
- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, hundreds of youths from local colleges and universities
- What
- First-ever Reading Marathon
- When
- July 25, 2026
- Where
- Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar
- Why
- To promote reading habits, lifelong learning, education, and environmental consciousness
Proponents of Reading Marathon
Critics of Reading Marathon
Educational Value
Proponents of Reading Marathon
Promotes reading habits and lifelong learning among youth.
Critics of Reading Marathon
May not be effective for all participants in promoting long-term reading habits.
Environmental Awareness
Proponents of Reading Marathon
Encourages environmental conservation and sustainability.
Critics of Reading Marathon
Some may argue that the event's environmental impact is minimal compared to its educational focus.
- Event
- Reading Marathon
- Location
- Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar
- Organizers
- National Book Trust (NBT) India and District Administration Srinagar
- Participants
- Hundreds of youths from various local colleges and universities
- Date
- July 25, 2026
- Motto
- Run for a Green Future
- Objective
- Promote reading habits, lifelong learning, education, and environmental consciousness
