PASIGHAT, Feb 28: The fourth edition of the annual school state level  marathon on the theme  “Run for Unity”  was participated by young athletes from various schools of the state here today. The 18KM Mini Marathon was flagged off from GHSS Mebo (Romdum) and culminated at DEM,GHSS. Some eighty enthusiasts from various schools of eleven districts participated in the race organised by the Department of Education, East Siang under the aegis of Directorate of Secondary Education.
The event was attended by East Siang Deputy Commissioner Tayi Taggu, Superintendent of Police Pankaj Lamba, Director of Secondary Education among others.
The dignitaries gave away the prizes to the winners comprising of Trophy, Certificates and Cash Prizes of ` 50,000 for winner, `30,000 and `20,000 for the second and third runners up.
In the Boys category, Agalumso Tawsik from Lohit district clinched the gold medal with Taba Jobang representing Papumpare district & Phongam Wangpan of Longding District taking the Silver & Bronze Medals respectively.
In the Girls Category, Yanu Mane from Shi-Yomi clinched first place and Yanam Ruku also from Shi-Yomi  and Yaris Goi ( East Siang district) reached the finishing line at the second and third places respectively.
The DC in his speech encouraged the youth and students to make games and sports integral part of their life. He stressed on the power of games and s
ports in promoting a healthy body and mind  and  promoting leadership and team spirit.
The DC also urged the young athletes  to be change-makers and keep away from drugs and addictive substances adding that sports can also open various avenues for them in life. 
Director, Secondary Education Marken Kadu also spoke on the scopes for meritorious sportspersons and the objectives for organizing the event.
DDSE Odhuk Tabing also spoke on the occasion.
The event is also aimed to promote national integration and unity and solidarity and celebrate the spirit of unity in diversity of the country and also to nurture young talents from schools of various districts. DIPRO

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