Guwahati to host its first International Marathon on February 7, 2027
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Assam’s capital will hold its inaugural International Marathon on February 7, 2027, with a prize purse of ₹1.25 crore. The event, launched by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar, is expected to attract around 12,000 participants, including top athletes from around the world, and aims to boost the city’s profile as a destination for international sporting events and sports tourism.
Covered by 3 outlets across the spectrum: 33% left, 34% center, 33% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The Hindu
- Center (1): Free Press Journal
- Right-leaning (1): Times Now
Sources
- Guwahati Gears Up For First International Marathon With ₹1.25-Crore Prize Purse — Free Press Journal (center)
- Assam CM, Sunil Gavaskar launch Guwahati International Marathon — The Hindu (left-leaning)
- Sunil Gavaskar, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Launch Guwahati International Marathon — Times Now (right-leaning)