Nubra, 10 September 2026: The 5th edition of the Silk Route Ultra, an extension of the Khardung La Challenge route under the Ladakh Marathon, was flagged off by Deputy Commissioner Nubra, Sh. Mukul Beniwal, IAS from Kyagar village in Nubra District Today.

The race began at an altitude of 3,140 metres and will take participants through one of Ladakh’s most challenging highaltitude routes.The route passes through Sumur, Lakjung, Tirith, Khalsar and Khardung before ascending to Khardung La Pass at 5,370 metres and descending towards the finish line in Leh.

The race also highlights the rich cultural and historical legacy of the ancient Silk Route, which once served as an important corridor connecting communities and facilitating trade across Central Asia.

The organisers have put in place necessary safety protocols, aid stations and environmental safeguards to ensure the well-being of participants and minimise the ecological impact of the event.