Srinagar, Nov 5, : The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has decided to help nurture the athletic potential of Maham Khan, the nine-year-old girl from Srinagar’s Qamarwari area who recently completed a 21-kilometre half-marathon during the Kashmir Marathon, an achievement that has drawn widespread admiration across the Valley.
Officials said Maham’s exceptional endurance at such a young age impressed both organisers and security officials who witnessed the event. She has now been chosen for special guidance to refine and channel her running skills under the mentorship of Mrs. Jincy Philips, a renowned Olympian and recipient of the Dhyan Chand Award, currently serving as Deputy Commandant in Srinagar.
Sudhir Kumar, DIG, CRPF, Central Srinagar, who, along with a lady Commandant, had motivated Maham during the marathon, told the news agency Kashmir News Trust that the young girl’s achievement is “an inspiration
