DUSHANBE, 16.05.2025 (NIAT Khovar) – On May 18 at 7:30 AM, National Running and Cycling Marathons will be held across all cities and districts of Tajikistan to mark the celebration of Youth Day.

These large-scale sporting events will feature the active participation of citizens, as well as representatives of foreign embassies, professionals from various sectors, and staff of ministries, committees, enterprises, organizations, and institutions.

In Dushanbe, the National Run will start at the «Chorbog» checkpoint and finish at the Navruz Palace.

The event is held annually on the third Sunday of May, in accordance with the Presidential Decree. Its goal is to promote a healthy lifestyle, support the development of sports, and encourage mass participation in physical activities.

The National Run has become a nationwide movement, symbolizing unity, health, and the growing importance of sport in Tajik society.