SRINAGAR, Oct. 22 -- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday inaugurated a three-day exposition for the Kashmir Marathon 2026 at Polo View, Srinagar, urging people to participate in the third edition of the event scheduled for October 25 and describing participation as more important than winning.

The exposition, which marks the final phase of preparations for Sunday's marathon, features stalls set up by government departments, private sports firms and event partners, displaying sports gear, equipment and accessories aimed at promoting fitness and outdoor activities. Dedicated counters have also been established for race bib collection and on-the-spot registration.

Abdullah expressed confidence that the marathon would attract runners f...