Ex-Serviceman Completes Ladakh Marathon, Qualifies for Khardung La Race
Sripal Yadav, a 58-year-old former Army Havildar from Bhiwani, completed the 42.2 km Ladakh Marathon at 17,619 feet altitude in 5 hours and 20 minutes on September 13, finishing well within the seven-hour cut-off. This achievement qualifies him for the 72-km Khardung La Marathon next year. Yadav, a long-distance running enthusiast, trains regularly and is also active in environmental and social initiatives, encouraging youth participation in such efforts.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 31/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 18 Sept, 03:10 am. Other outlets followed.