Verinag, Oct 17 (JKNS): The B Company of 198 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) organised the ‘Fit India Freedom Run 7.0’ and a plogging drive in Verinag on Saturday, bringing together local residents, municipal staff and CRPF personnel to promote physical fitness, environmental awareness and cleanliness.
As per news agency JKNS, a highly successful and inspiring ‘Fit India Freedom Run 7.0’ and Plogging (picking up litter while jogging) campaign was organized here today by the B/198 Battalion of the CRPF, in collaboration with the local community, under the aegis of the Government of India.
This program was conducted under the direct supervision and guidance of Ops Range Anantnag and the strategic mentorship of the 40 Battalion, CRPF. The core motto of this nationwide mission was to spread crucial public awareness through ‘Running and Plogging’, actively promoting the core health philosophies of ‘Fit India, Hit India’ and “Fitness ka Dose, Aadha Ghanta Roz” (A dose of fitness, half an hour daily).
The Route & Event Highlights, Campaign Route: The awareness march commenced from the iconic Clock Tower in Verinag and successfully concluded at the main gate of the famous Verinag Garden.
Key Participation: Local residents, the Municipal Corporation team, and dedicated CRPF personnel participated with immense enthusiasm to make the event a grand success.
Collective Cleanliness Drive: Upon completing the run, all participants joined hands to carry out a comprehensive cleanliness drive in and around the entire Verinag Garden premises.
Community Appreciation: The local citizens expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Shri Banna Ram, Assistant Commandant, CRPF, for spearheading this initiative. They highly appreciated his efforts in inspiring the local community through health-oriented programs and motivating everyone to keep their local environment clean, beautiful, and plastic-free.
This wonderful initiative has not only successfully raised health consciousness among the public but has also contributed significantly to the ongoing mission of keeping the beautiful town of Verinag clean. Salute to everyone for this exemplary collective effort! (JKNS)