Malabar River Festival 2024: International White Water Kayaking Championship
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | Malabar River Festival 2024 |
| Location | Kozhikode, Kerala (Thusaharagiri, Chalipuzha, and Iruvazhinjipuzha) |
| Dates | July 25 to 28, 2024 |
| Main Event | International White Water Kayaking Championship |
| Organizers | Kerala Adventure Tourism Promotion Society, Department of Tourism, District Tourism Promotion Council, Kozhikode District Panchayat |
| Technical Support | Indian Kayaking and Canoeing Association |
| Participants | Over 100 national-level kayakers from India and professionals from 20+ countries |
| Key Events | 'The Extreme Race,' 'Boater Cross,' 'Giant Slalom,' water rallies, swimming championships, water polo, fish bait contests |
| Previous Winners (2023) | Amith Thapa (India) - Rapid Raja, Ava Christensen (USA) - Rapid Rani |
| Objective | Promote Kerala's rivers as world-class kayaking destinations and inspire professional and local kayakers |