Mysuru
The Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports (DYES),  , in association with Karnataka Olympic Association (KOA), General Thimayya National Academy for Adventure (GETHNAA), Kayaking and Canoeing Association of Karnataka (KCAK) and Outback Varuna (Mysore) are organising a state-level championship for kayaking, canoeing, slalom and dragon boat races as part of the Dasara Chief Ministers Cup 2023. The championship is being held at Varuna Lake  from 17th to 19th October 2023. A total of 84 participants from seven districts   are competing in various races.
Canoe slalom is a timed event where paddlers navigate through a course of hanging gates. The event starts on the 18th October from 9 am to 12.30 pm. The four gold medalists of canoe slalom will qualify for the national games slated to be held later this year in Goa.
Dragon boat is a team sport where paddlers row a long boat decorated with a dragon head and tail. The races are held over a short distance with a drummer and a steersperson on board. The event will be held on 19th October from 9 am to 12.30 pm.
This is the first time that kayaking, canoeing, slalom and dragon boat events are included in this state-level championship. The aim is to promote these sports among the youth and identify talent for the national and international level. Some of the star athletes participating in these games have qualified for the National Games to be held in Goa 2023.
