Srinagar, July 17,2026- In a remarkable feat of endurance and determination, 22-year-old athlete Ibadat has become the first athlete from North Kashmir to complete a 119-kilometre solo run from Anantnag to Baramulla, using the journey to inspire young people to embrace fitness and stay away from drug abuse.
The run was not merely a test of physical strength but a powerful social campaign carrying the message of “Choose Fitness, Not Drugs.” Through his extraordinary achievement, Ibadat sought to encourage the youth of Jammu and Kashmir to pursue a healthy lifestyle built on discipline, perseverance, and purpose.
Covering 119 kilometres across the Kashmir Valley, the young athlete demonstrated exceptional stamina while highlighting the importance of sports as a positive alternative to substance abuse. His initiative resonates with the growing efforts across the Union Territory to build a drug-free society by engaging young people in sports, fitness, and constructive activities.
Speaking about his mission, Ibadat said the run was dedicated to motivating the younger generation to believe in themselves and channel their energy into achieving meaningful goals rather than falling prey to addiction.
His accomplishment has been widely appreciated by residents, sports enthusiasts, and members of the fitness community, who described the run as an inspiring example of resilience and social responsibility. The achievement is expected to motivate aspiring athletes across Jammu and Kashmir to use sports as a platform for positive change.
The historic run reinforces the message that determination, hard work, and a clear purpose can inspire an entire generation while contributing to the larger vision of a Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir.
