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Molly John, a legend of the state's boat-racing scene, laid to rest

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March 06, 2025

EDATHUA gave a befitting farewell to Molly John, a legendary figure in the state's traditional boat-racing scene.

- BIJU E PAUL @ Alappuzha

EDATHUA gave a befitting farewell to Molly John, a legendary figure in the state's traditional boat-racing scene. The 86-year-old passed away on February 25 and was laid to rest at Thalavady St Thomas CSI Church on March 1.

Wife of the late Babu Pulikkathara, Molly became an integral part of the Pandankari Maliyil Pulikkathara family, which owned the famous 'Shot Pulikkathara' boats of Kuttanad, and left an indelible mark on the boat-racing world.

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