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Gujarat Secures Guinness Record with Mass 'Surya Namaskar' on New Year

  • Posted on January 1, 2024
  • Lifestyle
  • By Arijit Dutta
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Gujarat made history on New Year's Day, securing a Guinness World Record by orchestrating a mass 'Surya Namaskar' event involving over 4,000 participants across 108 locations. The event showcased unity and health, held at the Modhera Sun Temple, witnessing enthusiastic participation and the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi. Adjudicator Swapnil Dangarikar confirmed the successful attempt, hailing it as a significant achievement. Gujarat's Home Minister, Harsh Sanghavi, expressed immense pride in this global recognition of yoga's embrace.

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Gujarat welcomed the New Year with a historic achievement, setting a remarkable Guinness World Record with a mass performance of 'Surya Namaskar.' This monumental event, held across the state, showcased unity, health, and cultural heritage on January 1st. Over 4,000 participants from 108 diverse locations engaged in synchronized 'Surya Namaskar' yoga sequences, spanning 51 different categories.

The vibrant and enthusiastic participation cut across various demographics, including families, students, yoga enthusiasts, and seniors, symbolizing a collective commitment to well-being. The prestigious Modhera Sun Temple served as the backdrop for this awe-inspiring event, radiating an aura of cultural significance and historical resonance.

Amidst this spirited display, Gujarat's Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi graced the occasion, emphasizing the state's profound involvement in the Guinness attempt. The jubilant atmosphere reached its pinnacle when the Guinness World Records adjudicator, Swapnil Dangarikar, officially validated the successful attempt. His confirmation marked the inception of a new Guinness World Record for the 'most people performing Surya Namaskar.'

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Speaking about this groundbreaking feat, Swapnil Dangarikar acknowledged the unprecedented nature of this attempt, highlighting the novelty of the record and praising the meticulous execution witnessed at Modhera. The declaration of Gujarat's triumph echoed Sanghavi's sentiments, who expressed immense pride in the state's accomplishment. He emphasized the global embrace of yoga and its significance as a unifying practice across the world.

Beyond securing a Guinness title, this event resonated as a testament to Gujarat's dedication to preserving cultural traditions while promoting holistic well-being. It symbolized a collective spirit transcending boundaries, uniting individuals from various walks of life under the umbrella of a shared cultural heritage and a commitment to health and harmony.

Gujarat's feat in setting this Guinness World Record not only marked a momentous start to the year but also underscored the state's ethos of unity, health, and cultural preservation on a global stage.

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