Oct 16, 2025

Marathon

Yubaraj and Deepsikha Win Titles at Gaughat Green Run

Banke: Yubaraj Budha and Deepsikha Shahi have won the titles of the Gaughat Green Run, organized with the objective of raising local awareness on the global issue of climate change.

The Gaughat Green Run, a sister event of the Dhara Nepalgunj Marathon certified by AIMS—which has been held regularly for the past 11 years—was launched last year. This year’s champions are Yubaraj Budha from Jumla in Karnali Province and Deepsikha Shahi from Kohalpur, Banke.

In the 5 km open men’s category held at Sitapur, Khajura Rural Municipality, Arvind Kumar Yadav from Narainapur secured second place, while Yamraj Khatri from Jumla finished third. In the 2.5 km open women’s category, Deepsikha of Kohalpur took first place, followed by Swastika Shahi of Kohalpur in second, and Radha Sunar of Bardiya in third.

In the 5 km school boys’ category, Dhaniram Khatik of Gyanodaya Secondary School placed first, Nikes Khatri of Janata Secondary School came second, and Yusuf Bik of Amar Secondary School was third. Likewise, in the 2.5 km school girls’ category, Vinisha LG of Amar Secondary School finished first, Prashansa BC of Yogini Secondary School second, and Vinita Pulami of Amar Secondary School third.

The winners were awarded cash prizes and medals by Khajura Rural Municipality Chairperson Dambar Bik “Tufan”, Lumbini Province Sports Council Member Secretary Tiran Gautam, Miss Nepal World 2023 Shrichchha Pradhan, CEO of KL Dugar Group Pradeep Chhajed, Ward Chair Dhanram Oli, and world-class Kenyan runner John Kelai.

At the event, Dhara Nepalgunj Marathon Goodwill Ambassador Miss Nepal World 2023 Shrichchha Pradhan remarked that “nature should be regarded as our first teacher.” She emphasized that humanity’s survival depends on protecting nature. “Running connects communities and promotes health,” she said. “From today, let’s all work to discourage the use of plastics and build a healthier society.”

 

Just on Monday, both Shrichchha Pradhan and Commonwealth Games 2010 gold medalist John Kelai were appointed as goodwill ambassadors of the Dhara Nepalgunj Marathon.

Khajura Rural Municipality Chairperson Dambar Bik expressed that the Green Run, aimed at spreading awareness, had effectively conveyed its message through the involvement of major public figures, and pledged the municipality’s continued support. Similarly, Lumbini Province Sports Council’s Member Secretary Tiran Gautam said that such unique concept runs help promote peace, unity, and goodwill in society.
Banke: Yubaraj Budha and Deepsikha Shahi have won the titles of the Gaughat Green Run, organized with the objective of raising local awareness on the global issue of climate change.

The Gaughat Green Run, a sister event of the Dhara Nepalgunj Marathon certified by AIMS—which has been held regularly for the past 11 years—was launched last year. This year’s champions are Yubaraj Budha from Jumla in Karnali Province and Deepsikha Shahi from Kohalpur, Banke.

In the 5 km open men’s category held at Sitapur, Khajura Rural Municipality, Arvind Kumar Yadav from Narainapur secured second place, while Yamraj Khatri from Jumla finished third. In the 2.5 km open women’s category, Deepsikha of Kohalpur took first place, followed by Swastika Shahi of Kohalpur in second, and Radha Sunar of Bardiya in third.

In the 5 km school boys’ category, Dhaniram Khatik of Gyanodaya Secondary School placed first, Nikes Khatri of Janata Secondary School came second, and Yusuf Bik of Amar Secondary School was third. Likewise, in the 2.5 km school girls’ category, Vinisha LG of Amar Secondary School finished first, Prashansa BC of Yogini Secondary School second, and Vinita Pulami of Amar Secondary School third.

The winners were awarded cash prizes and medals by Khajura Rural Municipality Chairperson Dambar Bik “Tufan”, Lumbini Province Sports Council Member Secretary Tiran Gautam, Miss Nepal World 2023 Shrichchha Pradhan, CEO of KL Dugar Group Pradeep Chhajed, Ward Chair Dhanram Oli, and world-class Kenyan runner John Kelai.

At the event, Dhara Nepalgunj Marathon Goodwill Ambassador Miss Nepal World 2023 Shrichchha Pradhan remarked that “nature should be regarded as our first teacher.” She emphasized that humanity’s survival depends on protecting nature. “Running connects communities and promotes health,” she said. “From today, let’s all work to discourage the use of plastics and build a healthier society.”

Just on Monday, both Shrichchha Pradhan and Commonwealth Games 2010 gold medalist John Kelai were appointed as goodwill ambassadors of the Dhara Nepalgunj Marathon.

Khajura Rural Municipality Chairperson Dambar Bik expressed that the Green Run, aimed at spreading awareness, had effectively conveyed its message through the involvement of major public figures, and pledged the municipality’s continued support. Similarly, Lumbini Province Sports Council’s Member Secretary Tiran Gautam said that such unique concept runs help promote peace, unity, and goodwill in society.

The Dhara Nepalgunj Marathon, whose route is certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), will hold its 11th edition on December 7 (Mangsir 6). Registration for the event has already opened.The Dhara Nepalgunj Marathon, whose route is certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), will hold its 11th edition on December 7 (Mangsir 6). Registration for the event has already opened.