Watch: Woman From Odisha Runs 42.5 km In UK Marathon Wearing A Sambalpuri Saree
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Mrs Jena left the Odia community in the UK proud, and many appreciated her for showcasing Odisha's rich heritage.
A UK-based Odia woman made heads turn when she ran a 42.5 km marathon in Manchester on Sunday while wearing a Sambalpuri handloom saree. Clad in a beautiful red saree and orange sneakers, 41-year-old Madhusmita Jena Das completed the marathon in 4 hours and 50 minutes. An Odia living in Manchester, UK ran the UK's second largest Manchester Marathon 2023 wearing a Sambalpuri Saree !What a great gesture indeed 👏Loved her spirit 👍#Sambalpur you have a distinct inclusive cultural identity that arises from the strong association of the… pic.twitter.com/zqsUtQcO4e pic.twitter.com/n1WWZ04lbn Madhusmita Jena, an Indian living in Manchester, UK, comfortably runs Manchester marathon 2023 in a lovely Sambalpuri SareeWhile proudly showcasing her Indian heritage, she also presents an inviting perspective on the quintessential #Indian attire@HCI_London@iglobal_newspic.twitter.com/Thp9gkhWRz
A Twitter user shared photos of the event that shows Mrs. Das participating in the marathon along with other participants.
The tweet reads, ''An Odia living in Manchester, UK ran the UK's second largest Manchester Marathon 2023 wearing a Sambalpuri Saree! What a great gesture indeed. Loved her spirit! Sambalpur you have a distinct inclusive cultural identity that arises from the strong association of the tribal and folk communities which have been coexisting for centuries. This is a tough phase let's keep up with peace and harmony.''
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