Media Release

Mangaluru, Jan 23: Mangaluru is set to host the third edition of Den Den, an international open-sea swimming championship organised by the Mangalore Surf Club at Tannirbhavi Beach on January 26. Building on the success of its first two editions, Den Den Swim has rapidly emerged as a marquee endurance event on India’s west coast, attracting national-level athletes and a growing number of international swimmers, and placing Mangaluru firmly on the global open-water swimming map.

This year’s Den Den Swim will feature race categories of 500 metres (open swim), 2 km, 4 km, 6 km and 8 km, catering to both competitive endurance swimmers and passionate amateurs seeking the challenge of open-sea swimming.

Fast-growing international championship

Den Den Swim has witnessed strong year-on-year growth. Organisers said around 200 swimmers participated in the second edition, while nearly 400 competitors are expected this year, along with a rise in international participation.

The competition’s technical committee is headed by Olympian Gagan Ullalmath, reinforcing the event’s high standards and athlete-first approach. Den Den Swim is regarded as one of India’s most demanding and authentic open-water swim challenges and is ranked by endurance swimmers among the country’s toughest long-distance sea swims.

Mukund Realty comes on board as title sponsor

The Mangalore Surf Club has announced Mukund Realty as the title sponsor for Den Den Swim 2026, supporting the event’s vision of strengthening sporting culture, encouraging active lifestyles, and showcasing Mangaluru as a city capable of hosting international-calibre endurance events.

“We are proud to support Den Den Swim as title sponsor because it represents the future of Mangaluru—healthy, active, aspirational and globally visible. Events like this do not just build sport; they build a city’s identity and confidence. We want Mangaluru to be recognised globally as a destination for world-class experiences,” said Gurudatta Shenoy, managing partner, Mukund Realty.

Safety and sea awareness in focus

Given its open-sea format, Den Den Swim places strong emphasis on safety and sea awareness. The Indian Coast Guard is extending cooperation for security and safety measures, supported by trained lifeguards and on-ground protocols to ensure a safe race environment.

“Den Den Swim is not just a race; it is a movement to build sea confidence, sea safety awareness and a stronger open-water swimming community. We are excited to welcome swimmers from across India and overseas to Tannirbhavi,” said Karthik Narayan, secretary, Mangalore Surf Club.

Event details

• Event: Den Den Swim 2026 (International Open-Sea Swimming Championship)

• Date: January 26, 2026 (flag-off at 6.30 am)

• Venue: Mangalore Surf Club, Tannirbhavi Beach, Mangaluru

• Race categories: 500 m, 2 km, 4 km, 6 km and 8 km

About Mukund Realty

Mukund Realty is a leading real estate brand in Mangaluru focused on building modern living experiences and promoting a progressive city culture. Through its support of Den Den Swim 2026, the company aims to champion active lifestyles and enhance Mangaluru’s presence on national and international sporting calendars.

About Mangalore Surf Club

The Mangalore Surf Club is among India’s pioneering coastal sports communities, known for promoting surfing, open-water swimming and ocean safety. Den Den Swim is the club’s flagship sea swimming championship, now in its third edition.