Mangalore: A Swimming Competition for school children in various age groups, at the DK districts levels, was conducted on May 1 at the Corporation Swimming Pool near Ladyhill in city. Jai Hind Club had organised the event.

The Competition was held to encourage Swimming habits at the coastal district, and prepare the contestants for ensuing state-level competitions, organisers informed.

Over 145 swimmers took part in the contests based on freestyle, butterfly, backstroke, breast stroke, and relay races in 50,100 and 200 meters.

As many as 270 medals and certificates were distributed to the happy winners on the occasion.