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Ishita Malaviya catches a wave along the west coast of India.

India’s first female surfer takes on more than waves

Culture

Ishita Malaviya isn’t just a surfer — she India’s only professional female surfer. She pushes cultural boundaries with her surfing, and, when she’s not competing, she’s busy teaching Indian kids how to take to the waves at the Shaka Surf Club in the state of Karnataka.

Ishita Malaviya catches a wave along the west coast of India.

India’s first female surfer takes on more than waves

Culture
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