Ricky Kej Achieves Guinness World Record for Largest Singing Lesson

Ricky Kej, 3X Grammy winner and music composer, has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest singing lesson of the Indian national anthem. Collaborating with Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), Kej and 14,000 students created a unique event celebrating India's cultural heritage and unity.

In an unprecedented achievement, 3X Grammy-winning music composer Ricky Kej has set a new Guinness World Record for the 'Largest Singing Lesson' of the Indian national anthem. This memorable event took place in collaboration with Odisha's Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS).

Kej, who had previously conducted the largest-ever Symphony Orchestra for the Indian National Anthem in 2023, marked a milestone by organizing a record-breaking event involving approximately 14,000 tribal students from KISS. The recording will be released on August 14 across all major streaming platforms.

The symphony features performances by an array of notable musicians, including Bansuri maestros Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia and Rakesh Chaurasia, Santoor exponent Rahul Sharma, Sarod wizards Amaan and Ayaan, among others. Kej emphasized the support received from Dr. Achyuta Samanta, founder of KIIT and KISS, highlighting the institution's role in supporting 80,000 indigenous children.

Conducted in July, the event set a new Guinness World Record, surpassing the previous record held by Sweet Adelines International, USA. Featuring 14,000 students forming a map of India and the word 'Bharat,' the achievement underscores India's unity and cultural diversity. The recording will be royalty-free for any unedited and unadulterated use to ensure respect for the Indian National Anthem.

Kej has also collaborated with VR filmmaker Sairam Sagiraju to develop a Virtual Reality version of the project. Guinness World Records adjudicator Rishi Nath confirmed the new record, lauding the 13,944 participants.

(With inputs from agencies.)