Sat May 24 12:43:21 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
The article announces the date for the annual Moolam boat race in Champakulam, Kuttanad, to be held on July 9, 2025. The meeting of the boat race executive committee reviewed preparations and decided to cap the number of snakeboats at nine. The number of boats in each grade for different boat categories is restricted to three. Subcommittees have been established for the event.
**News Article:**
**Moolam Boat Race Set for July 9th on Pampa River**
**ALAPPUZHA, India – May 24, 2025** – The annual Moolam boat race, a highlight of the Kerala boat racing season, will take place on July 9th on the Pampa river at Champakulam in Kuttanad. The announcement follows a meeting of the boat race executive committee, presided over by Champakulam grama panchayat president T.G. Jalajakumari, where preparations for the event were reviewed.
Organizers have decided to limit the number of participating snakeboats to nine. The number of boats in ‘A’ grade Odi, ‘A’ grade Veppu and ‘B’ grade Veppu categories is restricted to three each. Various subcommittees have also been formed to ensure the smooth execution of the beloved tradition. The event is expected to draw large crowds to the region.
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