Paris-bound Olympic sailor Nethra Kumanan felicitateted

SRM Institute of Science and Technology, on Wednesday, felicitated and awarded a cheque for INR 25 lakh to its student Nethra Kumanan, the Tamil Nadu sailor who’s qualified for the Paris Olympics.

This is the second time that the 26-year-old has qualified for the Olympics, after having participated in the Tokyo Olympics.

There was a small gathering of SRM IST sportspersons at the event. Speaking on the occasion, Nethra encouraged them to be inspired and not let anything stop them from pursuing their goals.

“I hope that all of you are inspired just to not let anything stop you from going after anything that you want to do,” she said.

Nethra also expressed her gratitude towards her college management for its support, help, and guidance throughout her journey, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

She added that her college even allowed her to moss exams for important races, and take exams at convenient times.

Having missed her Engineering convocation due to such a sailing-related commitment, she was presented her degree at the event. Nethra is currently pursuing MBA at SRM IST.