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Mangaluru surfer Tanvi to represent India at Fiji world championship

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November 7, 2016

Mangaluru, Nov 7: A 16-year-old girl from this coastal city will be the first female surfer to represent India at Fiji ISA World SUP and Paddleboard Championship 2016.

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Tanvi Jagadish (16) of the Mantra Surf Club, Mangaluru and Sekar Patchai (26) of the Covelong Surf School, Chennai, have been selected for the international event to be held from November 12-20. The event features contestants from over 40 countries.

"This is a first for Team India, to participate in the world championship in stand-up paddling. Both athletes will take part in two disciplines viz. SUP racing technical and SUP racing distance in the tough conditions which Fiji is known for,” said Rammohan Paranjape, vice-president, Surfing Federation of India.

“Both have worked very hard over the years to consistently win national SUP championships and are ranked No. 1 in their categories. This opportunity of representing India at the highest level will enhance their skills and motivation to do well in the coming years," he added.

Mr Paranjape thanked deputy commissioner of Dakshina Kannada K G Jagadeesha for his support as well as Karnataka Bank, HPCL, Fiji Tourism, Mantra Surf Club and individual donors who have supported Tanvi Jagadish.

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Karthik
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Monday, 7 Nov 2016

proud moment for mangaloreans.

Deepak
 - 
Monday, 7 Nov 2016

wow good news.
her parents must be proud of her.

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Revenue Minister R Ashok and CM's Political Secretary Vishwanath visited the spot and sent all migrant workers to BIEC center.

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Mangaluru, Feb 13: Jnandev Kamath, former President of erstwhile Mangalore Stock Exchange Limited died late last night in a private hospital in the city.

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