Stars Shine Bright at Sekhon IAF Marathon 2025

Renowned actors kicked off the Sekhon IAF Marathon 2025 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, celebrating the Indian Air Force's legacy. The marathon featured half, 10-km, and 5-km runs, drawing citizens and fitness enthusiasts together in a tribute to Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon.

The Sekhon IAF Marathon 2025 commenced with actors like Archana Puran Singh, Huma Qureshi, Shefali Shah, and Sunil Grover leading the charge at New Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The event, organized by the Indian Air Force (IAF), aimed to unite hundreds of fitness enthusiasts and citizens in a series of runs, including a half-marathon, a 10-km race, and a 5-km run.

Huma Qureshi expressed her pride in the initiative, emphasizing the significance of the Indian Air Force. "We are very proud of our Indian Air Force (IAF). They are the pride of the nation and this is a very great initiative," she stated. Shefali Shah highlighted the essential role of the armed forces in national safety, adding, "It's an honour to be here, we feel safe as we have the army protecting us, salute to them."

Archana Puran Singh acknowledged Netflix for their support, underscoring the collaboration seen at the event. She commented, "The Indian Air Force is the pride of our nation and we are very thankful to Netflix for bringing us here and it inspires us. We have not inspired the runners but they inspire us... It's truly heartwarming to see citizens and storytellers like Netflix to come together on a platform like this."

The marathon is organized under the guidance of the Air Force Sports Control Board, with assistance from local Air Force stations and community partners. Volunteers, trainers, and medical teams ensured a well-coordinated event with hydration and safety measures in place. Named in honor of Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, the marathon pays homage to the IAF's sole Param Vir Chakra recipient for his remarkable courage and sacrifice. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)