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From Fear to Triumph: Preeti

Kongara's Sailing Success Story

Preeti in Action

reeti Kongara's journey from overcoming Suheim Sheikh Sir, who mentored her for eight Foundation is instrumental in supporting Preeti
hydrophobia to becoming a celebrated years. His belief in her abilities and constant throughout her journey.
Psailor is truly a remarkable success story. motivation helped Preeti overcome her fear of Since 2016, Preeti has participated in various
Despite her initial fear of water, Preeti's per- water and strive for success. Suheim Sheikh Sir's competitions and achieved outstanding results.
sistence, talent, and dedication led her to con- impactful words, "Overcoming the fear leads to She secured multiple gold, silver, and bronze
quer her fears and excel in the sport of sailing. success," resonated with Preeti and propelled medals at the state and national levels, showcasing
Born and raised in a modest family, Preeti faced her forward. She attributes her success to her her exceptional skills and determination. She re-
numerous challenges on her path to success. Her coach and expresses her gratitude towards him. ceived training in the year 2016, in Hyderabad in
father's unfortunate demise in 2012 placed addi- His guidance and continuous support have been the Optimist Class – boat, at the Yacht Club of Hy-
tional responsibilities on her mother and elder instrumental in shaping her into the accom- derabad. She achieved two gold medals in Telan-
sister, who worked tirelessly to support the family. plished sailor she is today. gana State Open (Under 16 Sub Junior Champi-
Despite the financial hardships, Preeti's family Naandi Foundation played a pivotal role in onships, Hyderabad) in July 2017, and a gold
stood by her side, providing unwavering support Preeti's sailing journey by offering her opportu- medal in the Telangana State Championship, Hy-
and encouragement. nities and support. Through their assistance, derabad in May 2019. She also secured a bronze
From class I to class X, Preeti studied in Govt. Preeti gained access to training at The Yacht Club medal in the under 1 6 Optimist Class National
Girls High School, Nallagutta Old School. Inter- of Hyderabad. Manoj Kumar, CEO of the founda- Ranking Event Marve in June 2019, and the Under
mediate (11th and 12th) studied in West Marred- tion, tweeted: “This is one of the most inspiring 16 Optimist Class Team Championship, Hyder-
pally Government Women's College. She has now stories I have read in recent times. What are the abad in July 2019.
completed her intermediate second year with the chances that a grade 8 girl in a government school Furthermore, she won the gold in Under 16 Op-
CEC group and is waiting for the results. Next, living in a low-income community in Hyderabad timist Class Monsoon Regatta (National Ranking
she is planning to pursue graduation. who never put foot in a water body… to be Captain Event Under 16 - National Champion without dis-
Preeti found her inspiration in her coach, of India’s Sailing Team?”. Currently, Nanhi Kali card Hyderabad) in July 2019. She excelled in the

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