Saturday, the 27th February, 1988. All roads of Delhi lead to Vijay Chowk. Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi arrives to flag off the historic run. P. T. Usha hands over the torch of freedom to the Prime Minister. The outstanding sportspersons who have won laurels for the country in national and international sports events are honoured by the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister flags off the Delhi Marathon, 1988. He also participates in the run. National Stadium is the destination of the marathon runners.