News

2013, Feb 17
Goa Marathon 2013

"Goa Marathon 2013" (8th Annual edition) was held with big fanfare, music and loud cheers at Wadi on Sunday the 17th February 2013. The Half Marathon was flagged off at 6. 30 am by Mr Nitin Borkar, the guest of honor of the marathon in the presence of Mrs Bharati Naik, Sarpanch and other dignitaries including Kumar Sarjyotishi. The enthusiasm generated was also due to Dr P S Ramani running the marathon in his 75th year.

Lot of participants came from Mumbai, Belgaon, Bellary, Thane, etc along with a strong contingent from Striders jogging group in Mumbai. As usual, there was strong participation from various organizations from Goa along with freelance professional runners.

The Male First prize winner Mr Agnel finished the marathon in 1 hour 13 minutes and the Female First prize winner was Ms Gaonkar who finished the Half Marathon in 1 hour 38 minutes.

Hon'ble Minister of Goa Mr Sudin Dhavalikar, Minister for PWD, Transport and River Navigation was the Chief Guest and he gave away the prizes. As usual, all other smaller marathons including senior citizens marathon in honor of Sneh Mandir were conducted with great spirit.

Balloons released before the start of the Marathon

Marathon in progress

Dr P S Ramani running in his 75th year, completes the marathon in good time

Hon Minister giving away first prize in the presence of Mr Nitin Borkar, the guest of honour

Hon minister giving away male first prize winner.