At Mathilakam, learning to swim is more than a summer pastime — it is a life skill that could save lives. For the past decade, the grama panchayat has been turning this simple lesson into a community-wide mission, helping children and adults overcome their fear of water and gain the confidence to stay afloat. Now in its 11th year, the initiative is renewing its push towards an ambitious goal: complete water literacy.
Water safety: Mathilakam’s swim mission enters 11th year
Originally published by The Hindu on Oct 18, 2026
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