World Book of Records – London (India Edition)
Name: P. Puviatral
Age: 12 years
School: Velammal Vidhyalaya, Mogappair West, Chennai
Journey of Achievements:
- Started swimming in 2022
- Won 1 Gold and 2 Silver medals at the 24th National Paraswimming Championship in Goa
- Completed a 5 km sea swim at the Trichamp Swimmathon, Pondicherry
- Achieved a World Record swim across the Palk Strait — from Thalaimannar (Sri Lanka) to Dhanuskodi (India) covering 30 km on October 4, 2025, certified by World Book of Records, London
- Next challenge: 25th National Paraswimming Championship, Hyderabad, November 15–18, 2025
“An inspiring story of determination, strength, and breaking barriers at just 12 years old.”