Dhaka, Bangladesh, November 28, 2024: The inaugural Bangladesh Olympic Association Marathon will be held on December 20 at Jolshiri Abashon Area in Dhaka.
The marathon will be the first major sports competition after Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman became the President of the Bangladesh Olympic Association earlier this month.
A BOA press statement revealed that all logistical arrangements and organisation for the marathon would be handled by the Bangladesh Army.
The race will be open to all and it is expected that a large number of elite athletes will also take part. Interested persons who wish to participate have been requested to visit www.nocban.org to learn details about the marathon.
The aim of this marathon is to encourage youth to take up sports and create awareness about a healthy lifestyle.