Pakistan Army Organizes Marka-e-Haq 2nd Sarfaranga National Marathon in Skardu
The Pakistan Army organized the Marka-e-Haq 2nd Sarfaranga National Marathon 2026 in Skardu, bringing together athletes from across Pakistan in one of the country’s most unique sporting environments.
The event took place in the Sarfaranga cold desert, which is known for its challenging terrain, extreme weather conditions, and breathtaking natural scenery.
Officials stated that the marathon was designed to promote sports culture, endurance, and national unity through large-scale participation.
More than 1,000 athletes from different regions of Pakistan participated in the marathon, including runners from Gilgit-Baltistan.
The event featured a 21-kilometer main race along with fun run categories designed for students and senior citizens, ensuring inclusive participation across age groups.
Both professional athletes and amateur runners took part, making the event diverse and competitive. Organizers noted that the strong participation reflects growing interest in endurance sports and outdoor fitness activities across the country.
Athletes competed in the challenging cold desert conditions, testing their stamina, strength, and endurance at high altitude. Muhammad Akhtar secured first place in the 21-kilometer main race with an impressive performance against strong national competition.
He was awarded Rs1 million along with a gold medal in recognition of his achievement. Other top performers were also honored for their efforts and sportsmanship during the event.
The prize distribution ceremony highlighted the importance of recognizing athletic excellence and encouraging competitive sports development.
Alongside the main marathon, organizers arranged fun run categories for students and senior citizens, making the event more inclusive and community-focused.
These segments encouraged people of different age groups to participate in physical activity in a safe and supportive environment.
Families and local communities actively took part, turning the event into a broader celebration of health and fitness. Officials emphasized that such initiatives play an important role in promoting awareness about physical well-being.
The marathon also highlighted the natural beauty of the Sarfaranga cold desert in Skardu, one of Pakistan’s most iconic landscapes. The event helped position Gilgit-Baltistan as a potential hub for adventure sports and tourism activities.
Organizers believe such events can attract both local and international visitors, boosting the region’s visibility and economic opportunities. By combining sports with tourism promotion, the event created long-term benefits for the area.
Officials stated that future editions of the marathon could further strengthen tourism development.
The Pakistan Army organized the “Marka-e-Haq 2nd Sarfaranga National Marathon 2026” in Skardu, bringing together athletes from across Pakistan in one of the country’s most unique sporting environments.
The Pakistan Army organized the Marka-e-Haq 2nd Sarfaranga National Marathon 2026 in Skardu, bringing together athletes from across Pakistan in one of the country’s most unique sporting environments.
The event took place in the Sarfaranga cold desert, which is known for its challenging terrain, extreme weather conditions, and breathtaking natural scenery.
Officials stated that the marathon was designed to promote sports culture, endurance, and national unity through large-scale participation.
More than 1,000 athletes from different regions of Pakistan participated in the marathon, including runners from Gilgit-Baltistan.
The event featured a 21-kilometer main race along with fun run categories designed for students and senior citizens, ensuring inclusive participation across age groups.
Both professional athletes and amateur runners took part, making the event diverse and competitive. Organizers noted that the strong participation reflects growing interest in endurance sports and outdoor fitness activities across the country.
Athletes competed in the challenging cold desert conditions, testing their stamina, strength, and endurance at high altitude. Muhammad Akhtar secured first place in the 21-kilometer main race with an impressive performance against strong national competition.
He was awarded Rs1 million along with a gold medal in recognition of his achievement. Other top performers were also honored for their efforts and sportsmanship during the event.
The prize distribution ceremony highlighted the importance of recognizing athletic excellence and encouraging competitive sports development.
Alongside the main marathon, organizers arranged fun run categories for students and senior citizens, making the event more inclusive and community-focused.
These segments encouraged people of different age groups to participate in physical activity in a safe and supportive environment.
Families and local communities actively took part, turning the event into a broader celebration of health and fitness. Officials emphasized that such initiatives play an important role in promoting awareness about physical well-being.
The marathon also highlighted the natural beauty of the Sarfaranga cold desert in Skardu, one of Pakistan’s most iconic landscapes. The event helped position Gilgit-Baltistan as a potential hub for adventure sports and tourism activities.
Organizers believe such events can attract both local and international visitors, boosting the region’s visibility and economic opportunities. By combining sports with tourism promotion, the event created long-term benefits for the area.
Officials stated that future editions of the marathon could further strengthen tourism development.
