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Kerala to Host 72nd Nehru Trophy Boat Race on August 22
The prestigious Nehru Trophy Boat Race will take place on Punnamada Lake in Kerala's Alappuzha district on August 22. Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan will inaugurate the event at 2 p.m., with competitions commencing at 11 a.m.
LSN India ·
The 72nd edition of the Nehru Trophy Boat Race, one of Kerala's most celebrated sporting events, is set to unfold on the tranquil waters of Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha district. The day-long competition will feature traditional snake boat races that showcase the region's maritime heritage and skilled oarsmanship.
Scheduled for August 22, the event will see its official inauguration by Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan at 2 p.m. Competition rounds are set to commence earlier in the day at 11 a.m., allowing participants and spectators to engage with the festivities throughout the event.
The Nehru Trophy Boat Race, held annually on Punnamada Lake, remains a significant cultural and sporting fixture in Kerala's calendar. The race attracts participants from across the state and draws considerable crowds of enthusiasts keen to witness the traditional sport of snake boat racing, where long, narrow boats are propelled by teams of skilled rowers.