Alappuzha: The Kerala State Coir Corporation Limited has unveiled the official mascot for the 2025 Nehru Trophy Boat Race — a drongo named Kaathu crafted entirely from coir.

The launch event was inaugurated by Alappuzha MLA P P Chitharanjan on Tuesday. The mascot, depicting the drongo bird locally known as kakkathampuratti, was designed by an Alappuzha native and produced under the corporation’s brand Coir Craft.

This is the third consecutive year that the corporation has created the official mascot for the prestigious race, said Arun Chandran, Sales Manager at Kerala State Coir Corporation.

In addition to the mascot, the corporation also showcased a coir-based Onam pookalam (floral carpet), unveiled as part of the Onam celebrations beginning next week. Coir Corporation chairman G Venugopal and managing director Pratheesh Panicker were also present at the event. 

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This year's Nehru Trophy Boat Race will be held on August 30 at the Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha.  

Nehru Trophy Boat Race 2025 – Key Highlights

Where to buy tickets

  • Official NTBR website
  • KSRTC WhatsApp: 9846475874
  • KSRTC district depot budget tourism cells
  • Major govt. offices in Ernakulam, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Alappuzha

Ticket exchange
Online bookings must be swapped for printed tickets at District Tourist Information Centre (near KSRTC Alappuzha bus station)

Security zone: On August 30, a 100m red zone will be enforced around the venue, Timing: 6 am – 8 pm

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