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🛡️ KALARIPAYATTU ASSOCIATION OF BENGAL (KAB) 🛡️
(Affiliated to Indian Kalaripayattu Federation)
Recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Govt. of India.
Supported by the Sports Authority of West Bengal and Bengal Olympic Council.
Late Adv. Poonthura Soman Gurukkal, was a revered martial arts master, legal professional, and visionary leader in the world of Kalaripayattu, India’s oldest martial tradition. As the 1st Secretary General of the Indian Kalaripayattu Federation (IKF), he played a pivotal role in promoting and standardizing the ancient art across India and beyond. A passionate proponent of traditional knowledge systems, he founded the West Bengal Kalaripayattu Association, bringing authentic training and recognition to the region. His efforts helped bridge ancient wisdom with modern platforms, earning Kalaripayattu its rightful place in state and national-level competitions. Soman Gurukkal was deeply committed to both the physical discipline and healing science of Kalaripayattu. His legacy lives on through the practitioners, instructors, and institutions he inspired across India.
The mission of the Kalaripayattu Association of Bengal (KAB) is to preserve, promote, and propagate the ancient martial art of Kalaripayattu in its authentic form across West Bengal. We aim to create a strong foundation for physical, mental, and spiritual development through disciplined training, cultural education, and community engagement.
📅 Date: February 25, 2024
📍 Location: Coimbatore
Our students proudly represented West Bengal, winning multiple medals at the National Kalaripayattu Championship:
Bronze Medal: (Chuvadu Event, Representing West Bengal)
These achievements were made possible with the support of the Indian Kalaripayattu Federation and our dedicated training programs.
The Kalaripayattu Association of West Bengal is conducting free workshops in schools and colleges to introduce students to India’s oldest martial art. This initiative aims to:
We have been featured in national newspapers, TV interviews, and online media portals for our contribution to the martial arts community.
