The 3rd Sohra International Half Marathon has been scheduled for September 21, 2024, with the final date for entries set for 10th September 2024. The registration fee for the 21K Elite Open and the 21K Open, both for participants above 18 years of age, is Rs. 1000. For the 10K Open categories, which include participants aged 40 to below 50 years and 50 to below 60 years, the fee is Rs. 200. Additionally, the 5K Run for Fun, open to both men and women, is free of charge.
T-shirts and bib numbers will be distributed on 19th and 20th September at the JN Stadium, Polo Grounds. The marathon will start from Laitsohpliah, located 6km ahead of Mawkdok Bridge, and will end at Mawsmai, at the Nohsngithiang Falls viewpoint. The event features several race categories: 21K Elite Open for men and women above 18 years, 21K Open for those above 18 years, 10K Open for participants aged 40 to below 50 years and 50 to below 60 years, 10K Veteran for those above 60 years, and a 5K Run for Fun open to all.
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A special prize will be awarded to athletes over 50 years of age who complete the 21K race. Registrations for the Run for Fun can be made both online and offline at the MSOA Office in JN Stadium and the Sohra Shop near the petrol pump at Lad Thanad. Free transportation will be provided for participants from Shillong to Sohra and back. For further information, participants can contact the helpline number at +91 9774279743.
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