Port Blair, April 7 -- The Andaman & Nicobar group of Islands are fast emerging as India's next major surfing destination, with Andaman & Nicobar Tourism taking a decisive step in promoting the sport by hosting the first-ever national surfing and stand-up paddling championship in the region, the Little Andaman Pro 2026.

Organised by the Surfing Federation of India (SFI) and fully supported by Andaman Tourism, the championship, scheduled from April 9-12 at Butler Bay, marks a significant milestone in the expansion of India's surfing map beyond traditional coastline locations, as per a press release.

Known for its pristine coastline, coral reefs and consistent swell patterns, Little Andaman offers ideal conditions for high-performance sur...