Alappuzha (Kerala), Sept. 5: The 68th edition of annual Nehru Trophy Boat race was held in Alappuzha, Kerala yesterday. Admiral D K Joshi, PVSM, AVSM, YSM, NM, VSM (Retd.), Hon’ble Lt. Governor, A&N Islands and Vice-Chairman, Islands Development Agency as the chief guest flagged off the Race at Punamada Lake in Alappuzha district. Thousands of spectators from across the State and other parts of the country including foreign tourists witnessed the much awaited sporting event. The event was organized by Kerala Tourism.