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By A Draft Colaba Correspondent

Commemorating the 75th anniversary of India's Independence and as part of the ongoing Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav festivities, the Indian Navy organised a one-of-its-kind Heritage Run in Mumbai on the morning of 13 August 2022. The event comprised a ten km 'Varuna Run' and a five km 'Samudra Run' covering 32 and 19 points of historic interest in South Mumbai, respectively. The event was jointly flagged off by Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command Vice Adm Ajendra Bahadur Singh and NWWA (WR) President Charu Singh.

INDIA@75: Indian Navy conducted a Heritage Run on 13 August 2022 in Mumbai

Almost 6000 citizens ran along a historical route through South Mumbai's heritage precinct that aptly showcased the vibrant legacy of the city. The Indian Navy Mumbai Heritage Run commenced at Lion Gate, Naval Dockyard and took the participants along iconic buildings like Asiatic Library, Ballard Estate, CSMT and BMC Headquarter, Flora Fountain, Bombay High Court, Marine Drive finally culminating at the Gateway of India. An engaging first-of-a-kind 'Companion Mobile App' created especially for this event narrated relevant nuggets of information as the participants ran along significant landmarks.

TOGETHER: Thousands of citizens ran along a historical route through South Mumbai

The FOC-in-C WNC complimented both Naval and civilian participants for displaying patriotism, solidarity and enthusiasm towards preserving, protecting and celebrating the city's rich history and thanked all the associate partners who helped the Navy in conducting an event of this magnitude in a manner befitting the joyous occasion of 75 years of independence. He also reiterated that this maiden Heritage Run is a novel one as it aims to promote the heritage sites of the city and also serves to strengthen Navy's bonds with the citizens of Mumbai.

COMMEMORATION: The runners covered heritage landmarks across South Mumbai

The Admiral further announced the dates for the Annual Navy Half Marathon, the flagship event of the Indian Navy and unveiled the logo for this much awaited yearly activity. The event concluded with a flypast by two Navy helicopters that signaled the culmination of a grand event amidst much cheer and fanfare at the iconic Gateway of India.

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