Traditional Kerala boat race recreated in Canada, video wows people

“Kerala Boat Race goes global!" reads a part of the caption shared along with the video.

Published on: Aug 30, 2021, 14:48:06 IST

By Trisha Sengupta

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A video shared by union minister Vellamvelly Muraleedharan has left people amazed. Shared on Twitter, the video showcases a wonderful recreation of traditional boat race from Kerala in Canada.

The image is taken from the video of the Kerala boat race in Canada. (Twitter/@MOS_MEA)

“Kerala Boat Race goes global! Traditional Kerala Boat Race recreated in Professor's Lake, Brampton, Canada by @indiaintoronto Brampton Malayalee Samajam as part of #AzadiKaAmritMahotsav. Watch the enthusiastic participation of 19 mens’ and 2 womens’ teams vying for the trophy,” reads the caption shared along with the video.

Take a look at the clip that shows different teams participating in the boat race:

Since being shared, the video has gathered more than 1,500 likes and the numbers are increasing. It has also accumulated several wonderful comments.

“Thank you Hon.Minister V Muraleedharan Ji for share and support 11th Brampton Boat race Canada,” wrote a Twitter user. “Incredible....cheers to the Malayalis and our culture ,” expressed another.

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More