Tirthapati Institution sweeps junior boys finals at 51st School Rowing Championship
Synopsis
Tirthapati Institution has pulled off a rare double at the 51st All India Invitation Inter School Rowing Championship — their 'A' and 'B' junior boys teams will face each other in the double scull final, while 'B' also contests the fours title. It is a show of depth that few school rowing programmes in India can match.
Key Takeaways
Tirthapati Institution booked spots in both the junior boys double scull and fours finals at the 51st All India Invitation Inter School Rowing Championship on 28 May .
The junior boys double scull final is an all-Tirthapati contest — 'A' vs 'B' — after both teams won their semifinals.
In the junior boys fours, Tirthapati 'B' will face Patha Bhavan 'A' in the final.
The senior girls double scull final will pit St Paul's against Ashok Hall .
The championship is organised by Lake Club at Rabindra Sarobar , Kolkata.
Tirthapati Institution of Kolkata dominated the junior boys section on 28 May at the 51st All India Invitation Inter School Rowing Championship, booking spots in the finals of both the double scull and fours events. The championship is being organised by Lake Club at its course on Rabindra Sarobar, Kolkata.
Tirthapati's All-School Double Scull Final
The double scull final will be an all-Tirthapati affair, with both their 'A' and 'B' teams advancing past the semifinal stage. The 'A' team defeated New Horizon High School, while the 'B' team edged out Patha Bhavan 'B' to set up a rare internal final. In the fours event, Tirthapati 'B' overcame St. James in the semifinal to face Patha Bhavan 'A' in the title clash — Patha Bhavan 'A' having beaten their own 'B' side in the other semifinal.
Girls' Division: Modern High and St Paul's Lead the Way
In the senior girls fours, Modern High School 'A' and National High School moved into the final, defeating Modern High 'B' and Bagbazar Multipurpose High School respectively. Modern High 'B' claimed the bronze medal in the event, getting the better of Bagbazar Multipurpose in the third-place playoff.
The senior girls double scull final will be contested between St Paul's and Ashok Hall, who defeated National High and South Point respectively in their semifinal bouts.
Other Semifinalists Across Disciplines
Beyond the headline clashes, several other schools advanced to the last-four stage across disciplines. Modern High School and Ashok Hall qualified for the senior girls double scull semis, while Beltola Girls' School and Ballygunge Siksha Sadan progressed in junior girls fours. Khalsa High School secured a senior boys double scull semifinal berth after defeating St Lawrence in their final group match.
Group Stage Results
In the day's earlier group matches, Modern High beat National High, and Ashok Hall defeated Hirendra Leela Patranabis School Girls. Beltola Girls' and Ballygunge Siksha Sadan overcame Future Hope and National High School respectively to advance. The results set the stage for what promises to be a fiercely competitive final day at Rabindra Sarobar.
Point of View
Tirthapati's 'A' and 'B' boats are both final-worthy. For school rowing in Bengal, that kind of pipeline matters more than any single title. The question is whether the state's rowing ecosystem — anchored by events like this one at Rabindra Sarobar — is receiving the infrastructure investment needed to sustain and spread that depth beyond a handful of Kolkata institutions.
NationPress
14 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 51st All India Invitation Inter School Rowing Championship?
It is an annual inter-school rowing competition organised by Lake Club at the Rabindra Sarobar course in Kolkata. The 51st edition is being held on 28 May, drawing school teams from across India to compete in disciplines including double scull and fours for various age and gender categories.
How did Tirthapati Institution perform at the championship?
Tirthapati Institution dominated the junior boys section, qualifying for the finals of both the double scull and fours events. Their 'A' and 'B' teams will face each other in the double scull final, making it an all-Tirthapati affair.
Who are the finalists in the senior girls events?
In senior girls fours, Modern High School 'A' and National High School will contest the final. The senior girls double scull final will be between St Paul's and Ashok Hall.
Which other schools advanced to the semifinals?
Modern High School and Ashok Hall qualified in senior girls double scull; Beltola Girls' School and Ballygunge Siksha Sadan advanced in junior girls fours; and Khalsa High School secured a berth in the senior boys double scull semifinals.
Where is the championship being held?
The championship is being held at the Lake Club's rowing course on Rabindra Sarobar in Kolkata, West Bengal.
