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**Chaliyar River Paddle Concludes, Promoting Conservation and Adventure**

**MALAPPURAM, October 5, 2025** – The 11th annual Chaliyar River Paddle, touted as Asia’s second-longest kayaking expedition, wrapped up today, October 5th, after a three-day, 68-kilometer journey along the Chaliyar River. The expedition, organized by Jellyfish Water Sports Club, began in Nilambur on Friday, October 3rd, and concluded in Cheruvannur near Feroke.

Seventy-five paddlers, ranging in age from 7 to 67, participated in the event, using various types of kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Among the participants were seven women and four children. The youngest participant, Swara Iyer from Bengaluru, and the oldest, Asha Lal from Kozhikode, exemplify the event’s broad appeal. Rayan Kodithodika, 21, led the expedition.

Beyond the adventure, the Chaliyar River Paddle aims to raise awareness about the river’s conservation and promote adventure water tourism. According to the organizers, the event has significantly grown in popularity since its inception.

Participants also took the opportunity to clean the river, collecting approximately 2,000 kg of waste. The collected waste will be segregated and sent for recycling, further contributing to the event’s environmental objectives.

The valedictory session featured addresses from Coast Guard Assistant Commandant K.T. Varun from Beypore and Jellyfish Water Sports founder Kaushik Kodithodika. The kayakers were welcomed at Areekode, Oorkkadavu, Moorkanadu and Cheruvannur.

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