Daily Current Affairs / PNB Launches Soldierathon 2026 to Honour Armed Forces
Category : National Published on: February 16 2026
Punjab National Bank announced the second edition of its flagship half-marathon, PNB Soldierathon 2026, themed “Run with Soldiers, Run for Soldiers,” ahead of its 132nd Foundation Day celebrations. The pre-launch ceremony was attended by Chief Guest Major Surendra Poonia and senior bank officials led by MD & CEO Ashok Chandra. Scheduled for 5 April 2026, the event promotes fitness, national pride, and youth participation while strengthening civil-military ties. The bank reiterated its nation-building legacy inspired by founder Lala Lajpat Rai and paid tribute to the Armed Forces.