Meghalaya is all set to host the four-day long mega global adventure sports spectacle – Megha Kayak Festival 2022 starting on October 13 at the picturesque Umtrew River in Umtham village.
In what promises to be the biggest Kayaking event of the Indian subcontinent, the 2022 edition of the Megha Kayak Festival will witness over 100 participants from close to 20 countries across the globe, featuring some of the best-known athletes from of this Olympic sport.
The festival will include white water Kayaking events in three competition categories – Downriver Time Trial, Extreme Slalom and Downriver Freestyle for professionals as well as intermediate /amateur racers.
Megha Kayak Festival 2002 is receiving an overwhelming response with participation assured from leading adventure water sports nations like New Zealand, the United Kingdom. Germany, France, and Canada; to name a few. Moreover, with names like Beth Morgan, Nouria Newman, Sofia Reniso, Giovanni De Gennaro and Andi Brunner, apart from a host of international Kayak athletes confirming their attendance; the stature of the event has enhanced by leaps and bounds this year.
Apart from global names, leading peddlers from India like Amit Magar, Ashu Rawat, Anne Matthias, Nisphul Jose, Manish Rawat, Pinky Rana and Naina Adhikari from top Kayaking states like Uttarakhand, Karnataka and Kerala will be seen in action. In addition, several young peddlers from the host state Meghalaya are expected to put in a spirited display.
The event organised by Meghalaya Tourism is in line with Chief Minister Conrad Sangma’s vision of showcasing ‘Mesmerizing Meghalaya’ to the world. Another hallmark of this event is its motto of encouraging women participation in water sports. To cater this goal, several training sessions led by international experts are being organised exclusively for female enthusiasts.
