Riau Bhayangkara Run 2024: Kapolda Riau Releases 10 Thousand Participants in Pekanbaru
Pekanbaru – Riau Regional Police Chief, Inspector General Mohammad Iqbal, released a total of 10 thousand participants of Riau Bhayangkara Run 2024 in the city of Pekanbaru on Sunday morning. The event attracted participants from various running categories, including 5K, 10K, and 21K. The starting point was in front of the Riau Governor’s Office on Jenderal Sudirman Street, which was filled with runners throughout the event.
In a memorable moment, participants of Riau Bhayangkara Run 2024 filled Jenderal Sudirman Street like a ‘sea of people’. Inspector General Iqbal not only released the participants but also participated in the 5K category run with his wife, Nindya M Iqbal.
The largest running event in Sumatra attracted participants not only from Riau but also from other areas such as Java and Sulawesi. The event was centered at the Riau Governor’s Office and was attended by Riau officials as well as some officials from Pekanbaru city.
The running route traversed Jenderal Sudirman Street, with three running categories: 5K, 10K, and a half marathon 21K. The 21K category started at 05.30 AM, the 10K category at 05.45 AM, and the 5K category at 06.15 AM.
Aside from the running competition, the event was also enlivened by a special performance from the Armada band and an exciting door prize drawing, including 5 electric motorcycles and 1 car as grand prizes. Participants also enjoyed various culinary products and souvenirs from local SMEs.
Riau Regional Police Chief, Inspector General Mohammad Iqbal, expressed his hope that Riau Bhayangkara Run 2024 would not only be a sports event but also have a significant impact on the local economy. “Riau Bhayangkara Run 2024 is not just a running event. We want to bring joy to the people of Riau,” said Inspector General Iqbal. With 10 thousand participants, it is hoped that this event will have a positive impact on the local economy.
Inspector General Iqbal added that they want to support the Riau government in boosting the economy through events like Riau Bhayangkara Run 2024. “We also want to support the Riau government in order to keep the economy growing,” he said.
Inspector General Iqbal also explained that Riau Bhayangkara Run 2024 is not just a large sports event but also a means to promote the economy and showcase the potential of Riau, especially Pekanbaru city. “Running is not just a hobby, it has become a way of life for people. Therefore, we provide a platform for runners through Riau Bhayangkara Run 2024,” he explained.
Thus, it is hoped that Riau Bhayangkara Run 2024 will bring wide-ranging benefits, not only for the runners but also for the community and the local economy.
(Source: Tribunpekanbaru.com/Rizky Armanda)
Source: https://pekanbaru.tribunnews.com/2024/07/14/bak-lautan-manusia-10-ribu-peserta-riau-bhayangkara-run-2024-penuhi-jalan-sudirman-pekanbaru
