USF Women’s 10 KM Race

Wins USF Women’s 10KM Race, Pauri Marathon 2026

The hills of Pauri Garhwal witnessed something special on May 24, 2026. The USF Women’s 10 KM Race brought together 29 brave women athletes, all ready to push their limits and chase victory.

This race was organised by the Uttarakhand Sports Foundation (USF), New Delhi, as part of the USF Half Marathon 2026 held in Pauri. The event took place at the scenic venue of ,Govind Ballabh Pant Institute of Engineering &Technology, Pauri Garhwal .

From the moment the runners lined up, the energy was electric. Every athlete carried a story of hard work, discipline, and dreams. And by the end of the race, three of them stood out as true champions.

Meet the Winners of the USF Women’s 10 KM Race

Let’s take a look at the top performers who made this race unforgettable.

🥇 1st Place: Nidhi Negi (BIB 1261)

Nidhi Negi crossed the finish line first with an impressive time of 42:34. Her strong pace and steady rhythm throughout the race helped her claim the top spot. For her outstanding performance, she took home a cash prize of ₹21,000.

Her win is a proud moment, not just for her, but for every young girl in the hills who dreams of running her own race one day.

🥈 2nd Place: Komal Bisht (BIB 1254)

Right behind her was Komal Bisht, who finished the 10KM race in 47:01. Her consistent effort and determination earned her second place, along with a cash prize of ₹11,000.

🥉 3rd Place: Nisha Adhikari (BIB 1275)

Completing the podium was Nisha Adhikari, who finished in 53:04. Her grit and never-give-up attitude secured her third place and a cash prize of ₹5,100.fWhy This Race Matters

Why This Race Matters

The USF Women’s 10 KM Race is more than just a sporting event. It’s a movement.

For a long time, women’s participation in long-distance running, especially in hilly regions like Uttarakhand, has been limited. Races like this one are slowly changing that story.

Here’s why this race holds so much value:

• It gives women athletes a real platform to show their talent and compete at a serious level.
• It inspires the next generation of girls in the hills to take up running and sports.
• It rewards hard work fairly, with proper recognition and cash prizes for top finishers.
• It builds confidence in young women, both on and off the track.

As the Uttarakhand Sports Foundation beautifully put it: “When the daughters of the hills move forward, the whole of Uttarakhand moves forward.”

That line captures the true spirit of this race. This win was part of a bigger celebration too. You can check out the full champions of the USF Half Marathon Pauri 2026, covering both the 21KM and 10KM race winners.

About the Organiser: Uttarakhand Sports Foundation (USF)

The Uttarakhand Sports Foundation, based in New Delhi, works to promote sports talent from Uttarakhand. Through events like the USF Half Marathon and the Women’s 10KM Race, the foundation is creating real opportunities for athletes from the hill state.

Their focus goes beyond just organising races. USF is building a system where women athletes get recognition, support, and a fair chance to grow. This event in Pauri is a strong example of that mission in action.

The Bigger Picture: Women’s Running in the Hills

Running in hilly terrain is not easy. The routes are tough, the climate can be unpredictable, and training options are often limited compared to cities. Despite this, 29 women showed up ready to race.

That number matters. Every single participant, not just the top three, deserves credit for stepping up and taking part.

Many of these women trained at facilities like Ransi Stadium, a high-altitude training ground in Pauri that has shaped some of the region’s strongest distance runners over the years.

This kind of participation shows a clear shift. More women in Uttarakhand are now willing to train, compete, and win in sports that were once considered difficult to access.

When the Daughters of the Hills Move Forward

The USF Women’s 10 KM Race in Pauri was more than a competition. It was a celebration of courage, strength, and the growing power of women’s sports in Uttarakhand.

Nidhi Negi, Komal Bisht, and Nisha Adhikari led the way, but every one of the 29 participants played a part in this success story. Events like these prove that when women are given the right platform, they rise, and they inspire others to rise with them.

A big congratulations to all the winners and participants. And a heartfelt thank you to the volunteers, officials, sponsors, and supporters who made this race possible.