Lucknow – The city of Nawabs laced up early Sunday morning for the sixth edition of the much-loved Lucknow Run, turning Sushant Golf City into a dynamic celebration of health, energy, and community spirit. Nearly 3,000 participants — young and old, men and women — gathered in the early hours to take part in what has become one of Lucknow’s largest public fitness events.
Organized with impeccable coordination by GD Goenka Public School, the run included competitive and non-competitive categories across 21 km (half marathon), 10 km, 5 km, and 3 km, welcoming participants from schools, the military, the corporate sector, and local organizations.
A Celebration of Inclusivity
The event was not just for elite runners but for everyone. Children ran alongside veterans, while senior citizens walked with youth in the spirit of wellness. The event symbolized not only endurance and personal achievement but also collective well-being and a united message of healthy living.
Sarvesh Goel, Chairman of GD Goenka School, personally awarded trophies and medals to winners across various categories. His presence, along with other dignitaries such as filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, IFS officer Avneesh Singh, and several senior officials, elevated the event’s stature.
Race Results at a Glance
21 km – Men
- 🥇 Avadh Narayan
- 🥈 Shivam Kumar
- 🥉 Vivek Singh
21 km – Women
- 🥇 Premlata Gupta
- 🥈 Priyanka Bhattal
- 🥉 Balwinder Kaur
10 km – Men
- 🥇 Madhur
- 🥈 Ritendra Das
- 🥉 Gaurav Kumar
10 km – Women
- 🥇 Ja Ke Pu Ing
- 🥈 Poonam
- 🥉 Dr. Resha Singh
A Morning to Remember
The excitement began as early as 5:30 AM, with warm-ups, hydration points, and cheers echoing through the lanes of the race route. Families, school groups, and fitness clubs gathered not just to compete but to show solidarity for wellness and discipline.
Among the standout moments was the powerful presence of senior citizens and army officials running shoulder to shoulder with students — a beautiful illustration of Lucknow’s intergenerational strength and shared goals.
Every participant received a finisher’s medal and digital certificate, while the champions stood proud on the podium with beaming smiles and shining trophies.
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