On 30 November 2024, the Embassy of India in Dushanbe, in collaboration with the Committee for Youth Affairs and Sports under the Government of Tajikistan and the Dushanbe City Administration, proudly organized the 3rd Tajikistan-India Friendship Run.
This vibrant event aimed to promote a healthy lifestyle, popularize sports, and strengthen people-to-people contacts between both countries. The inaugural run in 2022 commemorated India's 75th year of independence. This year’s run marked the 33rd and 78th anniversary of Tajikistan's and India's Independence, respectively, continuing the tradition of celebrating these significant milestones jointly.
An impressive turnout of over 5000 participants gathered for the run, held between Karamov Street and Hafiz Shirozi Avenue in Dushanbe. The event was a grand success with active participation from the Olympic Committee of Tajikistan, senior officials from various ministries and departments, university and school students, youth, athletes, running enthusiasts and residents of Dushanbe, and members of the Indian community in Tajikistan.
The winners in various categories were honoured with cash prizes and certificates, while all participants received commemorative souvenirs.