Srinagar, July 25 -- Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday flagged off the Reading Marathon organised as part of the Chinar Book Festival on the banks of the Dal Lake, with thousands of students from colleges and universities across the Union Territory participating in the unique event promoting reading, fitness and environmental awareness.

Organised by the National Book Trust, the marathon formed part of the Chinar Book Festival and Education Week celebrations, marking six years of the National Education Policy (NEP).

Participants carried banners and placards bearing messages such as "Say No to Drugs, Yes to Books," highlighting the campaign's focus on encouraging reading among the youth.

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