Successful Kickoff of Dragon Run 1.0 at Lamaytar Ground, Temi Tea Garden
Namchi, 22 February :
The first edition of Dragon Run 1.0 was successfully flagged off at Lamaytar Ground, Temi on 22nd February 2026, with a gathering of distinguished guests and enthusiastic participants. The event was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Area MLA, Shri Bedu Singh Pant, Advisor to the Excise Department & Directorate of Sikkim State Lotteries, Government of Sikkim.
The occasion saw the presence of several key figures, including Akshay Sachdeva, DGP of Sikkim Police, IG Hari Chettri, Radha Pradhan, MD of Temi Tea Garden, and Mr. Dilliram Poudyal, Chief Advisor of Temi Youth Club, along with various community leaders and local dignitaries.
The Dragon Run 1.0 attracted a diverse group of participants from across different districts of Sikkim and even from outside the state, showcasing the broad appeal of the event.
Organized by the 3rd IRBN Mangley, Sikkim Police, the marathon featured multiple categories and promoted fitness, charity, and community involvement.
Race Categories:
2 KM Walk and Talk (Charity Event): ₹449
5 KM Open (M/F): ₹499
10 KM Open & Age Categories (35–45, 46–55, 56+): ₹749
Cash Prizes:
5K Open (M/F): ₹25,000 / ₹20,000 / ₹15,000
Top 10 Consolation (5K): ₹3,000 each
10K Open (M/F): ₹50,000 / ₹40,000 / ₹30,000
Top 10 Consolation (10K): ₹5,000 each
10K Age Groups (35–45, 46–55, 56+ M/F): ₹20,000 / ₹15,000 / ₹10,000
Best Costume in 2KM Walk and Talk: ₹20,000 / ₹15,000 / ₹10,000
