Archive · 8 Sep 2025
Vizag's Underwater World Sees Rise in Women Divers
In Vizag, more women are diving!
Cinderella, a divemaster, is teaching women of all ages how to scuba dive.
Many are overcoming their fears to explore the underwater world.
Some, like Karthika, a professor, are excited to try something new.
The diving scene is growing, with many underwater sites nearby.
Women are leading the way, making the area a place for female exploration and adventure.
They're building a supportive community and setting an example for others.
Scuba diving is gaining popularity in Vizag, especially among women.
Cinderella Potnuru, a divemaster, is a key figure in promoting diving for women.
Women from various backgrounds and ages are participating in the sport.
Vizag has around 30 diving sites along the north Andhra coast.
The movement encourages community and welcomes divers from other states and countries.
- Who
- Women, led by divemaster Cinderella Potnuru
- What
- Scuba diving is becoming popular in Vizag, with more women taking up the sport.
- When
- Ongoing
- Where
- Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To overcome fears, challenge themselves, explore, and build a community.
- Location
- Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
- Key Figure
- Cinderella Potnuru, Divemaster
- Diving Sites
- Around 30 sites along north Andhra coast
- Noteworthy Sites
- Chintapalli Shipwreck, Thimmapuram, Rushikonda, Mangamaripeta