2024 World Health Day Marathon Registration

Join us for the 2024 World Health Day Marathon at Samtse!!!

On behalf of the Samtse Dzongkhag Coordination Committee, Samtse College of Education would like to inform the public of Samtse Throm and nearby areas that the 2024 World Health Day on the theme “My Health, My Right” will be observed in Samtse with a Marathon Race followed by a short Cultural Programme on Sunday 7^th April 2024.

Marathon Distance                       :           10 km for Men & Women

Day & Date                                       :           Sunday 7^th April 2024

Starting and Ending Point         :           Samtse High School Football Ground

Starting Time                                  :           7.00AM

In celebration of the World Health Day and to champion for a right to live in a world that promotes and nourishes good health and healthy living, we would like to invite all running enthusiasts, fitness aficionados, and health-conscious students/individuals from the College, nearby schools, regional offices, business community, etc. to kindly register for participation in this exciting event. The Marathon is not just about running; it’s about championing for a better health and wellness in our communities, country, and the world.

The runners will be categorised into the categories as follows:

Men:

Category 1    :           15 – 34 years

Category 2    :           35+ years

Women:

Open to all 15+ years

Race Route:

Samtse HSS football ground – Take the road to Dzongkhag Chorten tri-junction – Left turn towards Dzongkhag Court Road and run till the junction at Integrated Check Post (ICP) parking junction – Right turn towards Zero Point tri-junction – Take the Damdum road towards Sipsu – Cross over the Bailey Bridge near the Damdum Automobile workshops – Get a Stamp on your Left Arm at the Return Point near the Damdum Industrial Area Entry Check Post – Run back on the same route until the Zero Point tri-junction – Left turn towards the road to Samtse Town – Right turn at the BoD roundabout – Take the Shivalya Mandir road – Run straight to the Dzongkhag Chorten tri-junction and take the road to Samtse High School – Celebrate your completion at Samtse HSS football ground.

Here’s what you can expect:

1. World Health Day T-Shirts for all registered runners participating in the run
2. Attractive prizes and certificates for the Top FIVE runners in each category
3. Certificates of completion for all RUNNERS
4. Well-organised race routes with hydration stations along the way
5. Medical services stationed at strategic route points and available at all points wherever required
6. Race squads at strategic route points for guidance and direction
7. A well-spent Sunday filled with positive energy, excitement, and a sense of accomplishment

To be part of this memorable event and champion for a better health in a healthier world, register by clicking the following link 2024 World Health Day Marathon Registration and provide all the necessary details to complete your registration. The registration will remain open until 4.00PM Saturday 6^th April 2024.

For any queries regarding the Marathon, please contact Mr. Yoenten Jamtsho, ICT Associate of the College at yjamtsho.sce@rub.edu.bt or phone at 17507917 during office hours.

Spread this word with your friends, family members, neighbours, and community members. Together, we can work for a healthier future. See you at the STARTING LINE!

• On behalf of Dzongkhag Coordination Committee