Hell Race event culminated with a flag-in ceremony, where Maj Gen Ashish Khurana, General Officer Commanding, Battle Axe Division, felicitated the winners.
NEW DELHI: Hell Race Adventures organized ‘The Hell Race: The Border Chapter (Jaisalmer-Laungewala)’ on December 14-15, 2024, to commemorate Vijay Diwas 2024 and honor the bravery of the Armed Forces during the Indo-Pak War of 1971.
Hell Race event saw participation from nearly 900 individuals, including serving soldiers, veterans, and civilians, who came together to salute the indomitable spirit of the Armed Forces. Runners showcased exceptional determination and resilience while competing in three endurance categories—50 km, 100 km, and 161 km (100 miles)—for both men and women.
Sh Digvijay Singh, DC BSF participated and completed 100 KM Ultra Run, known as : The Border, organised by The Hell Race, from Jaisalmer to Longewala.
Sh Digvijay was able to achieve this astonishing feat in 14 hours & 58 minutes.#JaiHind#BSF pic.twitter.com/3fBui31g6z
— BSF (@BSF_India) December 15, 2024
The race began at dawn from Indira Indoor Stadium, Jaisalmer, set against the stunning desert landscape. Participants traversed challenging terrain, concluding the run at BP-698, Laungewala Yudh Sthal, the historic site of the iconic 1971 Battle of Laungewala.
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Hell Race event culminated with a flag-in ceremony, where Maj Gen Ashish Khurana, General Officer Commanding, Battle Axe Division, felicitated the winners. In his address, he commended the participants for their dedication and highlighted the importance of honoring the valor and sacrifices of the Indian Army.
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The race not only paid tribute to the soldiers but also inspired participants and spectators to embrace values of courage, unity, and resilience. The celebrations at the end of the event reflected a deep sense of pride and gratitude toward the Armed Forces.