Srinagar, Oct. 25 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday flagged off the third edition of the Kashmir Marathon in Srinagar, with participants running through some of the Valley's picturesque routes and iconic landmarks.

The event features a full marathon covering 42 kilometres and a half marathon spanning 21 kilometres. The routes take runners past landmarks including Dal Lake, Chinar trees and Mughal gardens, showcasing Kashmir's scenic landscape.

Speaking to ANI, Aslam Wani, Advisor to the Chief Minister, also highlighted the increase in participation and improvements in arrangements for this year's event.

"You must have noticed that compared to previous years, participation is higher this year. There are more fa...