Most policemen in Ghaziabad failed to prove they are physically fit for their challenging profession after they participated in a marathon organised to determine their levels of fitness.
The eight-kilometre-long marathon for IPS officers of the area was organised by SSP (Ghaziabad) Raghubir Lal last evening, surprising locals who watched scores of policemen running on the roads.
The purpose of this event was to encourage police personnel to stay fit and send a strong message across to criminals, SSP Raghubir Lal, said.
Apart from Lal, who also won the race, officers, including SP (Rural), Deputy SPs, inspectors, sub-inspectors and constables participated.
Most of the officers remained much behind Lal and only a few could compete with him.
Lal has directed all officials to reduce extra weight and keep themselves fit.
