India’s first-ever Snow Marathon to be held in Lahaul on March 26

India’s first-ever Snow Marathon will be organised in Lahaul on March 26, in association with Reach India and Lahaul and Spiti administration. While there are around 10 such marathons held across the globe, this will be India’s very first.
Lahaul and Spiti Deputy Commissioner Neeraj Kumar, while addressing a press conference at Palchan near Manali, recently said that this is the first time that a snow marathon is being held in the country, and organisers are trying to make it an annual affair. Reports have it that this snow marathon will be more challenging than any other existing formats, and will enhance the ability of runners.

Reportedly, the Snow Marathon will have four categories – a full marathon, in which participants would be covering a distance of 42 km, while the other three varieties will be half marathons spanning 21 km, 10 km, and 5 km. The logistic, administrative, and monetary support to the event will be provided by the administration of Lahaul and Spiti
The organisers are hoping that this kind of marathon will provide excellent training ground for tough races across the globe. And for this, they are of the view that there could be no better place than Lahaul to host the country's first-ever Snow Marathon, in which runners from across the country will be able to take part.

This marathon will be hosting runners from India and abroad. Reports state that the organisers have roped in Fortis Hospital Mohali as the medical partner for the events to deal with any kind of emergency. Paramedics, doctors, and two modern life-saving ambulances will be kept ready in case of any emergency to ensure safety.

1. How to reach Lahaul?
   The easiest way to reach is by air. The nearest airport to this region is the Bhuntar Airport, near Kullu (245 km away). Go to Manali from Bhuntar and then, hire a bus or a cab from there to reach Lahaul & Spiti Valley.
2. Where is the world's highest post office located?
   Hikkim village in Spiti.
3. Best time to visit Lahaul
   From May to October.