Ladakh Marathon Adds 111-Miler Siachen Ultra to Race Roster

New Delhi, Nov 13 (UNI) The Ladakh Marathon is taking high-altitude distance running to new extremes with the launch of the Siachen Ultra, conceived as the world's toughest ultra-running challenge across 111 miles (180 km) of the Trans-Himalayan ranges. The race will traverse the dramatic mountain landscape of the Karakoram and Great Himalaya, taking an exclusive field of highly experienced ultra runners from Warshi Village near Siachen to Leh, via the Nubra region and Khardung La at 17,618 ft (5,370 m). The race is dedicated to the courage, service and sacrifice of the Indian Army in Siachen. From the arid…