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Education
Surfer Katya Visits Bicholim School, Inspires Students as Konkani Textbook Hero
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 11:48 AM
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International surfer Katya visited a school in Bicholim, Goa, meeting students and embodying the hero featured in their Konkani textbook.
Surfer Katya, known for her achievements on international waves, arrived at a school in Bicholim, Goa, as part of an outreach program aimed at motivating young learners. The visit was organized by local educators who wanted to bring the character from the Konkani language textbook to life, showing students a real‑world example of perseverance and adventure.
During the session, Katya interacted with the students, answered questions about her training, and demonstrated basic surfing concepts using simple props. Teachers noted that the presence of a professional athlete helped bridge the gap between textbook narratives and tangible role models.
The event concluded with Katya encouraging the children to pursue their passions, whether in sports, academics, or cultural pursuits, reinforcing the message that dedication can turn fictional heroes into real achievements.
During the session, Katya interacted with the students, answered questions about her training, and demonstrated basic surfing concepts using simple props. Teachers noted that the presence of a professional athlete helped bridge the gap between textbook narratives and tangible role models.
The event concluded with Katya encouraging the children to pursue their passions, whether in sports, academics, or cultural pursuits, reinforcing the message that dedication can turn fictional heroes into real achievements.