Kohima (Nagaland) [India], Spear Corps of the Indian Army on Sunday organized the Kenguruse Memorial Run, a marathon event at the Bhagat Stadium of Rangpahar Military Station in Dimapur, Nagaland.
The event was organized to commemorate the Kargil Silver Jubilee (25 years); To pay a heartfelt tribute to Captain Neikezhakuo Kenguruse, Mahavir Chakra (posthumously) and to honor the supreme sacrifice of Captain Kenguruse, the brave son of Nagaland.
The memorial run witnessed enthusiastic participation of more than 500 persons including all ranks and families of Rangpahar Military Garrison.
Participants had the option of competing in 2 km, 5 km and 10 km races, ensuring an inclusive event for all ages and fitness levels.
The highlight of the event was the presence of Captain Kenguruse's parents who were felicitated by Lieutenant General Harjit Singh Sahi, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Spear Corps.
In his address the GOC expressed his deep gratitude for the sacrifice of Captain Kenguruse and his family.
The General Officer also motivated the participants by giving away prizes to the winners in each race category.
The Corps Commander said, "The Kenguruse Memorial Run is not just an event but a symbol of our respect and memory of Captain Neikezhakuo Kenguruse, MVC. His bravery during the Kargil War is an inspiration to all of us."
The event concluded with a feeling of cordiality and patriotic fervor, as participants and attendees reflected on the heroic actions of Captain Kenguruse and the significance of Kargil Vijay Diwas.
The event was organized to commemorate the Kargil Silver Jubilee (25 years); To pay a heartfelt tribute to Captain Neikezhakuo Kenguruse, Mahavir Chakra (posthumously) and to honor the supreme sacrifice of Captain Kenguruse, the brave son of Nagaland.
The memorial run witnessed enthusiastic participation of more than 500 persons including all ranks and families of Rangpahar Military Garrison.
Participants had the option of competing in 2 km, 5 km and 10 km races, ensuring an inclusive event for all ages and fitness levels.
The highlight of the event was the presence of Captain Kenguruse's parents who were felicitated by Lieutenant General Harjit Singh Sahi, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Spear Corps.
In his address the GOC expressed his deep gratitude for the sacrifice of Captain Kenguruse and his family.
The General Officer also motivated the participants by giving away prizes to the winners in each race category.
The Corps Commander said, "The Kenguruse Memorial Run is not just an event but a symbol of our respect and memory of Captain Neikezhakuo Kenguruse, MVC. His bravery during the Kargil War is an inspiration to all of us."
The event concluded with a feeling of cordiality and patriotic fervor, as participants and attendees reflected on the heroic actions of Captain Kenguruse and the significance of Kargil Vijay Diwas.
