The 71st Nehru Trophy Boat Race, held amidst the festive fervour of Onam, was an unforgettable experience in the hearts of Malayalis. When the strength of men was combined with the participation and artistic performance of women, the waters of Punnamada Kayal churned to the rhythm of history. While the competition in the southern category thrilled the crowd, the Kerala Sahitya Thekkethil boat won the first place. In particular, the enthusiastic dance moves of the girl sitting in front of the boat went viral on social media. The strength of women in the male-dominated competition field became the pride of Kerala.
