2025

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2025)

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2025)

65
Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously (2025)

Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously (2025)

64
Most People to Sign-up online to an Entrepreneurship/Start-up business program in 24 hours

Most People to Sign-up online to an Entrepreneurship/Start-up business program in 24 hours

63
Most People performing the Cobra Pose (Yoga) simultaneously

Most People performing the Cobra Pose (Yoga) simultaneously

62
Largest Yoga Lesson (Andhra Pradesh, 2025)

Largest Yoga Lesson (Andhra Pradesh, 2025)

61
Most People Performing the Sun Salutations Simultaneously

Most People Performing the Sun Salutations Simultaneously

60
Largest Serving of Halwa

Largest Serving of Halwa

59
Largest Breast Cancer Awareness Lesson

Largest Breast Cancer Awareness Lesson

58
Longest Classical Dance Marathon

Longest Classical Dance Marathon

57
Largest Hand Print Painting

Largest Hand Print Painting

56
Most People Sweeping the Floor – Multiple Locations

Most People Sweeping the Floor – Multiple Locations

55
Most People Cleaning the River – Multiple Location

Most People Cleaning the River – Multiple Location

54

2024

Largest Hindustani Classical Band

Largest Hindustani Classical Band

53
Largest Hindu Text Recital

Largest Hindu Text Recital

52
Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2024)

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2024)

51
Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously

Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously

50
Largest Damaru Ensemble

Largest Damaru Ensemble

49
Most Trees Planted By a Team in 24 hours

Most Trees Planted By a Team in 24 hours

48
Largest Kathak Dance

Largest Kathak Dance

47

Most People Performing Sun Salutations Simultaneously (Multiple Venues)

46

2023

Largest Tabla Ensemble

Largest Tabla Ensemble

45
Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2023)

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2023)

44

Most Pledges Received For an Exercise Campaign in One Month

43

Most Pledges Received For a Campaign

42

Most Pledges Received For an Environmental Sustainability Campaign in One Month

41

Largest Online Photo Album of People Planting Trees

40

Most People Planting Trees Simultaneously

39

Largest Potted Sapling Mosaic (Image)

38

Most Trees Planted By a Team in One Hour

37

Most Trees Planted By a Team in 24 hours

36

Most Viewers Of an Environmental Sustainability Lesson Livestream on YouTube

35

Largest Donation Of Saplings in 24 hours

34

Longest Line Of Potted Saplings

33
Largest Display of Lambani Items

Largest Display of Lambani Items

32

Largest Yoga Lesson

31

Largest Dhol Drum Ensemble

30

Largest Bihu Dance

29

Largest Online Photo Album of Handwritten Notes

28

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

27

2022

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2022)

26

Longest Sticker Sentence

25

Most People Running in Place – Multiple Location (II)

24

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

23

2021

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

22

Largest Online Video Album of People Saluting

21

2020

Largest display of Oil Lamps (2020)

Largest display of Oil Lamps (2020)

20

Most Plant Species Planted Simultaneously in Multiple Location in an Hour

19

2019

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2019)

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2019)

18
Largest Distribution of Saplings – Single Location

Largest Distribution of Saplings – Single Location

17
Most People Fitted With Prosthetic Limbs in 8 Hours (Single Venue)

Most People Fitted With Prosthetic Limbs in 8 Hours (Single Venue)

16

Largest Jute Bag

15

2018

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2018)

14
Most Hearing Screening Done in 8 Hours

Most Hearing Screening Done in 8 Hours

13
Most Hearing Aids Donated to Charity in 24 Hours

Most Hearing Aids Donated to Charity in 24 Hours

12
Most People Fitted With Hearing Aids in 8 Hours

Most People Fitted With Hearing Aids in 8 Hours

11

2017

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2017)

10

Largest Gathering of Pregnant Women

8

Largest Cookie Mosaic

9

Largest Envelope Mosaic

7
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Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2025)

#65
Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2025)

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

26,17,215 Oil lamps (diyas) were lit.

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

October, 2025

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2025)

 


 

On the eve of Diwali 2025, Ayodhya set a new Guinness World Records benchmark for the “largest display of oil lamps”, with 2,617,215 earthen diyas lit simultaneously along the ghats of the Saryu River.

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Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously (2025)

#64
Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously (2025)

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

2128 People performed Diya Rotations Simultaneously

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

October, 2025

Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously (2025)

The event “Most people performing diya (oil-lamp) rotations simultaneously” took place in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh,where 2,128 participants took part in synchronized diya rotations. The record was claimed by the Department of Tourism, Government of Uttar Pradesh.

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Most People to Sign-up online to an Entrepreneurship/Start-up business program in 24 hours

#63
Most People to Sign-up online to an Entrepreneurship/Start-up business program in 24 hours

WHO

The Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society (APIS), ITE&C Department, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh

WHAT

1,63,254 People Signed-up in 24 hours

WHERE

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India

WHEN

August, 2025

Most People to Sign-up online to an Entrepreneurship/Start-up business program in 24 hours

The record for the most people to sign up online to an entrepreneurship/start-up business program in 24 hours is 163,254, and was achieved by the Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society (APIS), ITE&C Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh, at Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India, on 20th August 2025.

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Most People performing the Cobra Pose (Yoga) simultaneously

#62
Most People performing the Cobra Pose (Yoga) simultaneously

WHO

The Gujarat State Yog Board and Sports, Youth and Culture activity department

WHAT

2121 participants held the cobra pose for two minutes and nine seconds

WHERE

Vadnagar, Gujarat, India

WHEN

June, 2025

Most People performing the Cobra Pose (Yoga) simultaneously

The record for the most people performing the Cobra Pose (yoga) simultaneously is 2,121, and was achieved by the Gujarat State Yog Board and the Sports, Youth and Culture Activities Department at Vadnagar, Gujarat, India, where participants held the pose for two minutes and nine seconds on 21st June 2025

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Largest Yoga Lesson (Andhra Pradesh, 2025)

#61
Largest Yoga Lesson (Andhra Pradesh, 2025)

WHO

Ayush Department, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh

WHAT

300,105 people engaged in Yoga session

WHERE

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

WHEN

June, 2025

Largest Yoga Lesson (Andhra Pradesh, 2025)

Visakhapatnam made history on June 21, 2025, when 3,00,105 participants gathered along Beach Road to set a new Guinness World Record for the largest yoga lesson ever. The event, organized by the Government of Andhra Pradesh, was held to mark the 11th International Yoga Day.

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Most People Performing the Sun Salutations Simultaneously

#60
Most People Performing the Sun Salutations Simultaneously

WHO

Ayush Department, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh

WHAT

22,000 tribal students set world record with 108 Surya Namaskars

WHERE

Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

WHEN

June, 2025

Most People Performing the Sun Salutations Simultaneously

The students of Alluri Sitarama Raju district created history by entering the Guinness World Records with a remarkable performance of 108 Surya Namaskars (Sun Salutations). At a single venue, more than 22,000 students—including over 13,000 girls and 9,000 boys from the tribal community—came together to achieve this extraordinary milestone.

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Largest Serving of Halwa

#59
Largest Serving of Halwa

WHO

Padam Interiors and the Kularia Suthar family

WHAT

Serving 1,684.4 kg of Halwa

WHERE

Bikaner, Rajasthan, India

WHEN

April, 2025

Largest Serving of Halwa

The record for the largest serving of halwa is 1,684.4 kg (3,713 lb 5 oz) and was achieved by Padam Interiors and the Kularia Suthar family in Deshnok, Bikaner, Rajasthan, India, on 3 April 2025.

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Largest Breast Cancer Awareness Lesson

#58
Largest Breast Cancer Awareness Lesson

WHO

Dr. Raghu Ram Pillarisetti

WHAT

5,020 women participated in the lesson

WHERE

Mount Abu, Rajasthan, India

WHEN

March, 2025

Largest Breast Cancer Awareness Lesson

On March 7, 2025, Mount Abu, India, hosted a historic Guinness World Record event when 5,020 women came together for the largest breast cancer awareness lesson. The session, focused on early detection, was led by renowned breast surgeon Dr. P. Raghu Ram.

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Longest Classical Dance Marathon

#57
Longest Classical Dance Marathon

WHO

Department of Culture and Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

WHAT

A dance marathon (relay) which involved 139 artists performing a variety of Indian classical dance forms non-stop for 24 hours, 9 minutes, and 26 seconds to highlight India's rich cultural heritage.

WHERE

Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India

WHEN

February, 2025

Longest Classical Dance Marathon

History was created at the 51st Khajuraho Dance Festival in Madhya Pradesh on February 20, 2025, when a Guinness World Record was set for the longest classical dance marathon. Lasting 24 hours, 9 minutes, and 26 seconds, the relay saw 139 artists perform Indian classical dance forms non-stop, celebrating the richness of India’s cultural heritage. The feat was achieved by the Department of Culture, Government of Madhya Pradesh.

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Largest Hand Print Painting

#56
Largest Hand Print Painting

WHO

Prayagraj Mela Authority, Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

Longest Hand Print Painting spanning 80 feet in length and 5 feet in width

WHERE

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India

WHEN

February, 2025

Largest Hand Print Painting

Prayagraj made history in 2025 by setting a Guinness World Record for the largest hand print painting. Organised by Prayagraj Mela Authority, Uttar Pradesh, the massive artwork was created with the handprints of thousands of participants, covering an area of 80 feet in length and 5 feet in width.

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Most People Sweeping the Floor – Multiple Locations

#55
Most People Sweeping the Floor - Multiple Locations

WHO

The Prayagraj Mela Authority, Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

A total of 19,278 people swept the floor simultaneously over 4 locations

WHERE

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India

WHEN

February, 2025

Most People Sweeping the Floor - Multiple Locations

On February 24, 2025, Prayagraj made history during the Maha Kumbh when 19,278 people participated in a mass floor-sweeping initiative. Organised by the Prayagraj Mela Authority, Government of Uttar Pradesh, the event set a Guinness World Record for the most people sweeping the floor at multiple venues.

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Most People Cleaning the River – Multiple Location

#54
Most People Cleaning the River - Multiple Location

WHO

The Prayagraj Mela Authority, Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

More than 300 sanitation workers participated in a coordinated river cleaning drive at multiple Ganga sectors

WHERE

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India

WHEN

February, 2025

Most People Cleaning the River - Multiple Location

The record for the most people cleaning a river (multiple locations) is 300 and was achieved by the Prayagraj Mela Authority during Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India, on February 14th 2025. The coordinated campaign saw sanitation workers clean multiple sectors of the Ganga River simultaneously.

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Largest Hindustani Classical Band

#53
Largest Hindustani Classical Band

WHO

Department of Culture and Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

WHAT

The largest Hindustani classical band was the ensemble of 546 musicians that performed at the 100th Tansen Samaroh in Gwalior, which set a Guinness World Record

WHERE

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India,

WHEN

December, 2024

Largest Hindustani Classical Band

The largest Hindustani classical band, as recognized by Guinness World Records, consisted of 546 musicians who performed together at Gwalior Fort, Madhya Pradesh, on December 15, 2024.

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Largest Hindu Text Recital

#52
Largest Hindu Text Recital

WHO

Department of Culture and Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

WHAT

3,721 people recited the text from the chapters of the Bhagavad Gita, a prominent Hindu scripture and part of the epic Mahabharata.

WHERE

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India,

WHEN

December, 2024

Largest Hindu Text Recital

The Guinness World Record for the “Largest simultaneous Hindu text recital” currently belongs to an event held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India, on December 11, 2024, with 3,721 participants.

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Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2024)

#51
Largest Display of Oil Lamps

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

2,512,585 Oil lamps (diyas) were lit.

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

October, 2024

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

On the eve of Diwali 2024, Ayodhya set a new Guinness World Records benchmark for the “largest display of oil lamps”, with 2,512,585 earthen diyas lit simultaneously along the ghats of the Saryu River.

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Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously

#50
Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

1121 People performed Diya Rotations Simultaneously

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

October, 2024

Most People Performing Diya Rotations Simultaneously

The event “Most people performing diya (oil-lamp) rotations simultaneously” took place in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh,where 1121 participants took part in synchronized diya rotations. The record was claimed by the Department of Tourism, Government of Uttar Pradesh.

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Largest Damaru Ensemble

#49
Largest Damaru Ensemble

WHO

Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple Management Committee, Ministry of Culture and Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

WHAT

1390 Participants played the damaru (a small, two-headed drum associated with Lord Shiva) in unison for ten minutes to the tune of the sacred Bhasma Aarti.

WHERE

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India,

WHEN

August, 2024

Largest Damaru Ensemble

The Guinness World Record for the largest damaru ensemble consists of 1,390 participants and was achieved in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India, on August 5, 2024. The event was organized by the Department of Culture, Government of Madhya Pradesh, and the Shree Mahakaleshwar Temple Management Committee during the auspicious month of Shravan.

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Most Trees Planted By a Team in 24 hours

#48
Most Trees Planted By a Team in 24 hours

WHO

Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

WHAT

1.1 million saplings planted in 24 hours

WHERE

Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India,

WHEN

June, 2024

Most Trees Planted By a Team in 24 hours

The Guinness World Record for the most trees planted by a team in 24 hours is over 1.1 million saplings, achieved by a team in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India, on June 13-14, 2024. The event was part of the nationwide ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ (One Tree in Mother’s Name) campaign and involved thousands of participants, including BSF soldiers, NCC cadets, NRIs, and local citizens.

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Largest Kathak Dance

#47
Largest Kathak Dance

WHO

Ministry of Culture and Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

WHAT

1484 Participants performed a 20-minute piece choreographed by renowned Kathak guru Rajendra Gangani. They performed in unison to the rhythm of 'Raga Basant'.

WHERE

Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, India,

WHEN

February, 2024

Largest Kathak Dance

The largest Kathak dance consisted of 1,484 participants, and was achieved at the 50th Khajuraho Dance Festival in Khajuraho, India, on February 20, 2024. The event was organized by the Department of Culture, Government of Madhya Pradesh.

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Most People Performing Sun Salutations Simultaneously (Multiple Venues)

#46

WHO

The Gujarat State Yog Board and Sports, Youth and Culture activity department

WHAT

Over 4,000 participants across 108 locations in Gujarat, performed Sun Salutations simultaneously at multiple venues.

WHERE

Gujarat, India,

WHEN

January, 2024

Most People Performing Sun Salutations Simultaneously (Multiple Venues)

  1. The Guinness World Record for the most people performing Sun Salutations simultaneously at multiple venues was set by over 4,000 participants across 108 locations in Gujarat, India, on January 1, 2024.

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Largest Tabla Ensemble

#45
Largest Tabla Ensemble

WHO

The Ministry of Culture and Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

WHAT

The 1,276 participants played the tabla simultaneously as part of a musical ensemble called 'Taal Darbar'.

WHERE

Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India,

WHEN

December, 2023

Largest Tabla Ensemble

The Guinness World Record for the largest tabla ensemble was set by an ensemble of 1,276 participants in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India, on December 26, 2023.

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Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2023)

#44
Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2023)

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

2,223,676 lamps (diyas)were lit.

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

November, 2023

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2023)

The largest display of oil lamps in 2023 consisted of 2,223,676 lamps (diyas) and was achieved in Ayodhya.

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Most Pledges Received For an Exercise Campaign in One Month

#43

WHO

The Department of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of Rajasthan

WHAT

Participants from over 11000 villages took pledge across the state of Rajasthan

WHERE

Rajasthan, India

WHEN

September, 2023

Most Pledges Received For an Exercise Campaign in One Month

The pledges were made by youth from the state of Rajasthan to promote exercise and fitness.

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Most Pledges Received For a Campaign

#42

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

This record was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam (India), for an online campaign that ran from September 10 to 21, 2023.

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Most Pledges Received For a Campaign

The overall Guinness World Record for the most pledges received for a campaign is 4,728,898 pledges. This record was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam (India), for an online campaign that ran from September 10 to 21, 2023.

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Most Pledges Received For an Environmental Sustainability Campaign in One Month

#41

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

4,728,898 pledges for their "Amrit Brikshya Andolan" campaign

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Most Pledges Received For an Environmental Sustainability Campaign in One Month

This record was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam (India), for their “Amrit Brikshya Andolan” campaign, with pledges collected online from September 10 to 21, 2023. The campaign was part of a large-scale tree planting initiative in the state.

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Largest Online Photo Album of People Planting Trees

#40

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

A total of 5,529,904 unique photographs were successfully uploaded to the online album and underwent a digital forensic audit process to verify their authenticity and compliance with Guinness World Records standards.

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Largest Online Photo Album of People Planting Trees

This record was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam (India), and verified online on September 10, 2023, as part of their “Amrit Brikshya Andolan” campaign.

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Most People Planting Trees Simultaneously

#39

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

1,229 Girl students simultaneously planted 1,229 agar seedlings in just 58 seconds as part of the state government's "Amrit Brikshya Andolan" campaign.

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Most People Planting Trees Simultaneously

This record was achieved by 1,229 girl students at Geleki, Sivasagar district, Assam (India), on September 17, 2023. They simultaneously planted 1,229 agar seedlings in just 58 seconds as part of the state government’s “Amrit Brikshya Andolan” campaign.

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Largest Potted Sapling Mosaic (Image)

#38

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

The mosaic measured an impressive 8,563.01 square meters (92,171.47 square feet).

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Largest Potted Sapling Mosaic (Image)

The Guinness World Record for the largest potted sapling mosaic (image) in 2023 was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam (India), on September 16, 2023. The mosaic measured an impressive 8,563.01 square meters (92,171.47 square feet).

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Most Trees Planted By a Team in One Hour

#37

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

The Guinness World Record for the most trees planted by a team in one hour in 2023 is 331,929 trees.

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Most Trees Planted By a Team in One Hour

The Guinness World Record for the most trees planted by a team in one hour in 2023 is 331,929 trees. This record was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam, in Dibrugarh, Assam, India, on September 15, 2023. The attempt was part of the “Amrit Brikshya Andolan” (Amrit Tree Movement) campaign.

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Most Trees Planted By a Team in 24 hours

#36

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

921730 trees planted in 24 hours.

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Most trees planted by a team in 24 hours

The Guinness World Record for the most trees planted by a team in 24 hours in 2023 was 921,730 trees. This record was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam (India), in the Bhairabkunda Reserve Forests of the Udalguri district, from September 13 to 14, 2023.

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Most Viewers Of an Environmental Sustainability Lesson Livestream on YouTube

#35

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

Most viewers of an environmental sustainability lesson livestream on YouTube in 2023 is 70,490 peak concurrent viewers.

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Most Viewers Of an Environmental Sustainability Lesson Livestream on YouTube

The Guinness World Record for the most viewers of an environmental sustainability lesson livestream on YouTube in 2023 is 70,490 peak concurrent viewers. This record was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam (India), in Guwahati, Assam, India, on September 11, 2023.

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Largest Donation Of Saplings in 24 hours

#34

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

322,444 saplings donated in 24 hours.

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Largest Donation Of Saplings in 24 hours

The Guinness World Record for the largest donation of saplings in 24 hours in 2023 is 322,444 saplings. This record was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam (India), in Guwahati, Assam, India, over September 9–10, 2023.

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Longest Line Of Potted Saplings

#33

WHO

The Department of Forest, Government of Assam

WHAT

22.22 kilometers (72,900 feet) long line of potted saplings. A total of 322,444 saplings were used to create the line.

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

September, 2023

Longest Line Of Potted Saplings

The Guinness World Record for the longest line of potted saplings in 2023 is 22.22 kilometers (72,900 feet). A total of 322,444 saplings were used to create the line. This record was achieved by the Forest Department, Government of Assam (India), in Guwahati, Assam, India, on September 9, 2023.

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Largest Display of Lambani Items

#32
Largest Display of Lambani Items

WHO

The Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India

WHAT

1755 Limbani items were displayed by 450 Lambani women artisans associated with the Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra (SKKK).

WHERE

Hampi, Karnataka, India,

WHEN

July, 2023

Largest Display of Lambani Items

The Guinness World Record for the largest display of Lambani items in 2023 was a total of 1,755 items. This record was achieved by The Culture Working Group of India’s G20 Presidency, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with over 450 Lambani women artisans associated with the Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra (SKKK).

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Largest Yoga Lesson

#31

WHO

The Gujarat State Yog Board, Ministry of Sports, Youth & Culture and Govt. of Gujarat

WHAT

147952 Participants performed yoga on International Yoga Day

WHERE

Surat, Gujarat, India

WHEN

June, 2023

Largest Yoga Lesson

The Guinness World Record for the largest yoga lesson in 2023 involved 147,952 participants. This record-breaking event was achieved by the Gujarat State Yog Board and Team Surat during the state-level International Day of Yoga celebration on June 21, 2023, in Surat, Gujarat, India.

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Largest Dhol Drum Ensemble

#30

WHO

Govt. of Assam

WHAT

A total of 2,651 drummers, known as dhuliyas, performed the traditional Assamese dhol simultaneously in a single venue.

WHERE

Guwahati, Assam, India

WHEN

April, 2023

Largest Dhol Drum Ensemble

The Guinness World Record for the largest dhol drum ensemble in 2023 involved 2,651 participants. This record was achieved by the State of Assam (India) in Guwahati on April 14, 2023, as part of the celebrations for the Rongali Bihu festival.

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Largest Bihu Dance

#29

WHO

Govt. of Assam

WHAT

Over 11,000 dancers and musicians, including 2,651 dhol drummers, performed simultaneously in a coordinated routine.

WHERE

Guwahati, Assam, India

WHEN

April, 2023

Largest Bihu Dance

Over 11,000 dancers and musicians, including 2,651 dhol drummers, performed simultaneously in a coordinated routine.

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Largest Online Photo Album of Handwritten Notes

#28

WHO

Govt. of Assam

WHAT

Participants submitted 4,294,350 handwritten notes and essays about the life and valor of Lachit Barphukan, a renowned military general who defeated the Mughals in the 1671 Battle of Saraighat.

WHERE

Assam, India,

WHEN

March, 2023

Largest Online Photo Album of Handwritten Notes

The Guinness World Record for the largest online photo album of handwritten notes in 2023 is 4,294,350 photos. This record was achieved by the Government of Assam (India) to celebrate the 400th birth anniversary of the Ahom general Lachit Barphukan.

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Largest Display of Oil Lamps

#27

WHO

Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

WHAT

A total of 1,882,229 oil lamps (diyas) were lit along the banks of the Kshipra river during the "Shiv Jyoti Arpanam" program.

WHERE

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India,

WHEN

February, 2023

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

A total of 1,882,229 oil lamps (diyas) were lit along the banks of the Kshipra river during the “Shiv Jyoti Arpanam” program.

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Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2022)

#26

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

1576955 Oil lamps (diyas) were lit.

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

October, 2022

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

This massive display took place on October 23, 2022, as part of the annual Deepotsav festival celebrating Diwali. Volunteers arranged and lit the lamps on the ghats of the Saryu River at Ram ki Paidi, breaking Ayodhya’s own previous record from 2021.

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Longest Sticker Sentence

#25

WHO

Vadodara Municipal Corporation and Govt. of Gujarat

WHAT

A total of 13,487 individual stickers were used to form the sentence.

WHERE

Vadodara, Gujarat, India.

WHEN

June, 2022

Longest Sticker Sentence

The Guinness World Record for the largest sticker sentence was achieved by the Vadodara Municipal Corporation (India) on June 17, 2022. The record-breaking sentence was created to promote the Indian government’s Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (a national health insurance scheme).

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Most People Running in Place – Multiple Location (II)

#24

WHO

Special Olympic Bharat

WHAT

Special Olympics Bharat achieved the Guinness World Record for the most people running in place simultaneously across multiple venues in 2022 with 261 participants in Ahmedabad, India.

WHERE

Multiple Locations, India,

WHEN

April, 2022

Most People Running in Place - Multiple Location (II)

The Guinness World Record for the most people running in place simultaneously (multiple venues) – II in 2022 was 2 61 people. This record was achieved by Special Olympics Bharat in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, on April 7, 2022.

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Largest Display of Oil Lamps

#23

WHO

Govt. of Madhya Pradesh

WHAT

1171078 lamps were lit along the banks of the Kshipra river

WHERE

Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India,

WHEN

March, 2022

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

1171078 lamps were lit along the banks of the Kshipra river at Ramghat, Datt Akhara, Narsingh Ghat, Guru Nanak Ghat, and Sunhari Ghat.

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Largest Display of Oil Lamps

#22
Largest Display of Oil Lamps

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

941,551 oil lamps were lit on the banks of river Saryu.

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

November, 2021

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

Thousands of volunteers, including students, religious leaders, and citizens, participated in lighting the lamps along the banks of the Saryu River where 941,551 oil lamps were lit.

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Largest Online Video Album of People Saluting

#21

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

Over 1.4 Lakh students from across the state recited "Vande Mataram" in a salute pose.

WHERE

Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

WHEN

February, 2021

Largest Online Video Album of People Saluting

Over 1.4 lakh (140,000) students from across the state recited “Vande Mataram” in a salute pose while their videos were uploaded to an online portal to create the album.

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Largest display of Oil Lamps (2020)

#20
Largest Display of Oil Lamps

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

584,572 oil lamps were lit on the eve of Diwali.

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

November, 2020

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

This record was achieved by the city of Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh (India), during the “Deepotsav” festival celebrations on November 13, 2020, the eve of Diwali where 584,572 oil lamps were lit.

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Most Plant Species Planted Simultaneously in Multiple Location in an Hour

#19

WHO

Dept. of Environment, Forest & Climate Change and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

240 species of plants were planted in an hour.

WHERE

Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

July, 2020

Most Plant Species Planted Simultaneously in Multiple Location in an Hour

This record was achieved by the Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of Uttar Pradesh, and the Uttar Pradesh Forest Corporation (both India) on July 28, 2020 by planting 240 species of plants.

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Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2019)

#18
Largest Display of Oil Lamps

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

404225 oil lamps were lit on the eve of Diwali.

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

October, 2019

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

This record was achieved by the city of Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh (India), during its annual Deepotsav festival on October 26, 2019 where 404225 oil lamps were lit.

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Largest Distribution of Saplings – Single Location

#17
Largest Distribution of Saplings – Single Location

WHO

The Department of Forest & Environment and Govt. of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

76,823 saplings were distributed in 6 hours.

WHERE

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

August, 2019

Largest Distribution of Saplings – Single Location

The distribution of  76,823 saplings, achieved by the Prayagraj district administration, Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of Uttar Pradesh (India) on August 9, 2019. The saplings were distributed free in just 6 hours as part of a massive state-wide plantation drive.

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Most People Fitted With Prosthetic Limbs in 8 Hours (Single Venue)

#16
Most People Fitted With Prosthetic Limbs in 8 Hours (Single Venue)

WHO

Divyang Mega Camp by ALIMCO

WHAT

The most people fitted with prosthetic limbs in 8 hours at a single venue involved fitting 260 individuals.

WHERE

Bharuch, Gujarat, India,

WHEN

February, 2019

Most People Fitted With Prosthetic Limbs in 8 Hours (Single Venue)

The Guinness World Record for the most people fitted with prosthetic limbs in 8 hours at a single venue in 2019 involved fitting 260 individuals. This event was organized by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, a ministry within the Government of India, and took place in Bharuch, Gujarat.

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Largest Jute Bag

#15

WHO

The Ahmedabad Shopping Festival Committee, Gujarat

WHERE

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

WHEN

January, 2019

Largest jute bag

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Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2018)

#14

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

301152 Oil lamps (diyas) were lit.

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

November, 2018

Largest Display of Oil Lamps

On the eve of Diwali 2018, Ayodhya set a Guinness World Records benchmark for the “largest display of oil lamps”, with 3,01,152 earthen diyas lit simultaneously along the ghats of the Saryu River.

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Most Hearing Screening Done in 8 Hours

#13
Most Hearing Screening Done in 8 Hours

WHO

Starkey Laboratories India

WHAT

1285 tests were carried out in 8 hours

WHERE

Nashik, Maharashtra, India

WHEN

October, 2018

Most Hearing Screening Done in 8 Hours

This record was achieved by the Starkey Hearing Foundation, Seva Automotive Private Limited, and Hearing Health Care Clinic AS (all India) in Nashik, Maharashtra, India, on October 29, 2018 where 1285 tests were carried out.

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Most Hearing Aids Donated to Charity in 24 Hours

#12
Most Hearing Aids Donated to Charity in 24 Hours

WHO

Starkey Laboratories India

WHAT

4071 hearing aids were donated in 24 hours.

WHERE

Pune, Maharashtra, India,

WHEN

October, 2018

Most Hearing Aids Donated to Charity in 24 Hours

The Guinness World Record for the largest donation of hearing aids in 24 hours in 2018 was 4,071 hearing aids.

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Most People Fitted With Hearing Aids in 8 Hours

#11
Most People Fitted With Hearing Aids in 8 Hours

WHO

Starkey Laboratories India

WHAT

4,840 people receiving hearing aid fittings without charge.

WHERE

Pune, Maharashtra, India,

WHEN

October, 2018

Most People Fitted With Hearing Aids in 8 Hours

The event set a record for the most people fitted with hearing aids in 8 hours, with 4,840 people receiving fittings without charge.

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Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2017)

#10

WHO

Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Government of Uttar Pradesh

WHAT

171,000 diyas were lit.

WHERE

Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India,

WHEN

October, 2017

Largest Display of Oil Lamps (2017)

171,000 earthen lamps (diyas) lit simultaneously during the first ever Deepotsav in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.

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Largest Gathering of Pregnant Women

#8

WHO

The District Administration, Aravalli in the presence of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India

WHAT

1369 expectant mothers gathered for a single event at Aravalli, Gujarat.

WHERE

Aravalli, Gujarat, India,

WHEN

June, 2017

Largest Gathering of Pregnant Women

1369 expectant mothers gathered for a single event at Aravalli, Gujarat.

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Largest Cookie Mosaic

#9

WHO

The District Administration, Aravalli in the presence of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India

WHERE

Aravalli, Gujarat, India,

WHEN

June, 2017

Largest Cookie Mosaic

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Largest Envelope Mosaic

#7

WHO

The District Administration, Aravalli in the presence of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India

WHAT

3,000 students from the Aravalli District created the mosaic.

WHERE

Aravalli, Gujarat, India,

WHEN

June, 2017

Largest Envelope Mosaic

3,000 students from the Aravalli District created the mosaic. The envelopes featured paintings, slogans, and messages related to the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) scheme.

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