780 runners take part in Arunachal Press Club's first 10K run in Itanagar

Around 780 runners, aged from 11 to 62, ran through the streets of Itanagar on Sunday morning, November 8, in the Arunachal Press Club's (APC) first 10-km Mini Marathon.

The event, organised with running group Bicchu Gang and Go Arunachal, was part of the club's National Press Day 2026 programme. It drew 1,032 online registrations, of whom 780 reached the start line, Echo of Arunachal reported.

Information and Public Relations director Gijum Tali and Asian Games athlete Rupa Bayor flagged off the race.

Results

Arif Ali (bib 065) won the men's race in 32 minutes. Toko Tab (bib 204) finished second in 33 minutes and Lisang Bori (bib 141) third in 34 minutes.

In the women's race, Sania Panging (bib 229) took the title in 41 minutes. Yanu Mane (bib 532) was second in 43 minutes and Serlibon Teron Pi (bib 510) third in 45 minutes.

• Men: 1. Arif Ali (32 min), 2. Toko Tab (33 min), 3. Lisang Bori (34 min)
• Women: 1. Sania Panging (41 min), 2. Yanu Mane (43 min), 3. Serlibon Teron Pi (45 min)

Running for fun as much as medals

While some chased podium places, many ran for fitness or a personal best. The age range, from an 11-year-old to a 62-year-old, showed how running is catching on across generations in the capital.

The press club said the run was a new way to mark National Press Day, taking the occasion beyond newsrooms and formal functions to the wider public. National Press Day is observed on November 16 each year.

APC thanked its partners and supporters, including Heema Hospital, the Arunachal Pradesh State Transport Services, the Itanagar Capital Region district administration, the Capital Traffic Police and volunteers.

Could become an annual event

With a strong turnout for a first edition, organisers hope the 10K run can become a fixture on Itanagar's sporting calendar.