Archive · 26 May 2025
Tamil Nadu Fishermen Win Silver at Khelo India Games
Two fishermen from Tamil Nadu, Robin Ravi and S Bharat, who grew up playing on the beach, won a silver medal in beach volleyball at the Khelo India Beach Games.
They say playing on sand comes naturally to them.
Their community's lifestyle provides them with the stamina and strength needed for the sport.
They've also represented India in international events, winning a bronze medal in Bangladesh.
They face challenges like lack of funds for training and travel.
They hope to get government jobs to encourage more youngsters to pursue the sport professionally.
Robin Ravi and S Bharat, from Tamil Nadu, won a silver medal in beach volleyball at the Khelo India Beach Games.
They attribute their success to growing up and playing on the beach.
They have represented India at international events, including the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Continental Cup.
A coach notes that the fishing community's lifestyle gives them an advantage.
Lack of funds for training and travel is a challenge for the players.
- Who
- Robin Ravi and S Bharat, fishermen from Tamil Nadu
- What
- Won a silver medal in beach volleyball
- When
- Last week (2025)
- Where
- Khelo India Beach Games in Diu
- Why
- Due to their natural advantage and experience of playing on sand
- Achievement
- Silver Medal
- Event
- Khelo India Beach Games 2025
- Location
- Diu
- Sport
- Beach Volleyball
- Origin
- Tamil Nadu