Chandigarh, 14 August 2026-The Sports Department, Chandigarh Administration, organised the Har Ghar Tiranga Run at Sports Complex, Sector-42, Chandigarh, on 14 August 2026 as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga celebrations.

The Run was flagged off by Sh. Sorabh Kumar Arora, PCS, Director Sports, Chandigarh Administration, who also accompanied the participants throughout the Run. Approximately 500 participants, including players, coaches, officials and children with special needs, participated enthusiastically.

The one hour run commenced at 6:15 AM with the collective singing of the National Song “Vande Mataram”, followed by the Har Ghar Tiranga Oath/Pledge, reaffirming the participants’ commitment to the National Flag, national unity and patriotism.

The participation of children with special needs added an inclusive dimension to the event and highlighted the spirit of unity and patriotism associated with the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign.

The Sports Department appreciated the enthusiastic participation and cooperation of all participants, officers, coaches, staff and supporting personnel in ensuring the smooth conduct of the event.

Dr. Atul Dhakne, DANICS, Additional Director Sports; Dr. Mahinder Singh, Joint Director Sports; and Dr. Bhagwant Singh, IYA, Sports Department, along with other officers, coaches, staff and members of the sporting fraternity, were present on the occasion.