Over 1,500 residents turned up for the 'Green Run' event organized by the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) on Sunday, showcasing a growing enthusiasm for fitness and environmental awareness in the city.
Event Details
The 3.5-kilometer fun race was flagged off at 6:00 AM along the Green Corridor between Jhulelal Vatika and New Daliganj Bridge. Registrations were open for five days, attracting participants across all age groups, including couples. Pre-run activities included yoga and Zumba sessions, while music and dance kept the crowd engaged. Hydration points were set up along the route, and police personnel along with a medical team and ambulance were deployed for safety.
Winners Across Categories
Winners were declared in four categories:
- 18-30 Age Group: Sumit finished first, followed by Ramesh and Sunil.
- 30-50 Age Group: Ajay topped the category, with Mayank Awasthi second and Raghavendra third.
- 50-Plus Age Group: Aadesh secured first place, followed by Aditya and Ajay Kumar Tandon.
- Couple's Category: Satyam and Sneha emerged winners, while Shreyash and Sneha and Dhruv and Chandra finished second and third respectively.
Felicitations and Future Plans
LDA Vice-Chairperson Prathamesh Kumar and Secretary Vivek Srivastava felicitated the winners. All participants received T-shirts and medals. The LDA VC said, 'The Green Run was organized to promote fitness and environmental protection, which saw great participation from the residents. The fitness activities will encourage residents to stay healthy and active. Seeing the turnout, we will plan more such initiatives in the future.'
