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Despite China's territorial claims over Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin earlier this year, people in the Tawang region reported feeling safe...

Digital Desk: On October 1, Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Union Minister Kiren Rijiju launched India's first high-altitude marathon at Tawang's High Altitude Stadium.

The marathon, organised by the state government and the Indian Army, drew a large crowd of approximately 2,500 runners. Khandu acknowledged his delight in the marathon's successful organisation and thanked the Army for their assistance.

He also claimed that large corporations are interested in sponsoring the marathon. Union Minister Rijiju expressed his joy at the high turnout and encouraged more people to attend similar occasions in the future.

Despite China's territorial claims over Arunachal Pradesh and Aksai Chin earlier this year, the villagers of Sengnup, Kharseneng, and Grengkhar in the Tawang sector reported feeling safe under the protection of the Indian Army and the current government.
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