Winners of First Ever Pangong frozen lake marathon 2023

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I am RøÕsh KB, Pursuing Masters in Travel and Tourism Management from University of Ladakh. I am writing this article from Ladakh itself. I Observed preparation for and “Pangong frozen lake marathon 2023 event.

The Union Territory of Ladakh has achieved another notable achievement as the ‘Pangong Frozen Lake Marathon 2023 has been officially registered in the Guinness Book of World Records as the highest half-marathon held on a frozen lake. The stunning scenery of Ladakh has been further enhanced by this achievement.

The Pangong Frozen Lake Marathon was organised through a partnership between the Adventure Sports Foundation of Ladakh and LAHDC Leh.
Approximately 75 runners from various parts of the globe participated in the marathon.

Winners of first-ever Pangong frozen lake marathon 2023

Men’s category:
The winners of the Pangong Frozen Lake Half Marathon in the men’s category were
1st position: Rigzen Gyurmeth (Bib no:139) with a timing of 1:54:24;
2nd position: Muneeb (147) with a timing of 1:59:03 and,
3rd position: Arshad (164) with 2:00:19 running time.

Women’s category:
The winners of the Pangong Frozen Lake Half Marathon in women’s category,

1st position: Tsering Zangmo (bip no. 175) completed the marathon in 2:38:40;
2nd position: Padma Rigzin (bip no. 177) with a timing of 2:46:57, and
3rd position: Chuskit Angmo (bip no. 195) finished the marathon with a timing of 3:00:22.

Men’s category: Winners of first-ever Pangong frozen lake marathon 2023

1st position: Mr. Rigzen Gyurmeth (Bib no:139) with a timing of 1:54:24.

2nd position  Muneeb (Bib no. 147) with a timing of 1:59:03

3rd position: Mr. Arshad (Bip no. 164) with a timing of 2:00:19

Women’s category: Winners of first-ever Pangong frozen lake marathon 2023

1st position: Tsering Zangmo (bip no. 175) completed the marathon in 2:38:40

2nd position, Padma Rigzin (bip no. 177) with a timing of 2:46:57

3rd position: Chuskit Angmo (bip no. 195) finished the marathon with a timing of 3:00:22

The speaker Sri.Tashi Gyalson(CEC LAHDC Leh) congratulate the Winners of Pangong frozen lake marathon 2023 and acknowledged the assistance provided by several organisations, including UTDRF, Health, PHE, PWD, and Forest. Additionally, they expressed their appreciation for the support of Army, ITBP, BRO, LMGA, as well as the participation of PRI members, youth associations, and residents from nearby villages like Phobrang, Lukung, Spangmik, Maan, Merak, and the entire Durbuk sub-division. 

The speaker credited these groups for contributing to the success of the event.
He also states that the Pangong frozen lake Marathon aligns with the objectives and aspirations of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Vibrant Village Program, which seeks to foster the development of rural communities.
He also mentioned that the Pangong Frozen Lake Marathon was started with the aim to promote winter tourism in the eastern border villages of Ladakh beyond the confined summer season.

As part of the event, a thrilling Ice-Hockey exhibition match was played between the Lalok and Chushul teams. This added an exciting element to the event, and the runners of Pangong Frozen Lake  Marathon and spectators were thrilled by the competitive and entertaining match. Additionally, the event featured vibrant cultural performances by local villagers and children from nearby villages. These performances added colour and liveliness to the event, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region. Overall, the combination of the Ice-Hockey match and cultural performances contributed to the success of the event and left a lasting impression on those in attendance.

Conclusion

The initiative taken by the Adventure Sports Foundation of Ladakh (ASFL) to spread awareness of climate change is truly commendable. The melting of Himalayan glaciers is a pressing issue, and steps need to be taken to stop or slow down this process. ASFL’s efforts to educate people about climate change can go a long way in achieving this goal.

It is essential that authorities promote awareness programs like this to combat climate change effectively. Climate change is a global problem, and every individual must be educated about it. Awareness programs like this can help people understand the gravity of the situation and motivate them to take action.

Global warming and climate change are not limited to a particular region or country. They are affecting the entire planet, and it is crucial that we work together to address this issue. Education and awareness can play a significant role in achieving this goal. The more people know about climate change, the more likely they are to take measures to combat it.

Also read: Asia’s First Frozen Lake Marathon, Pangong Frozen Lake Marathon “Last Run”.