Khajuraho Dance Festival Sets Guinness World Record

The 51st Khajuraho Dance Festival achieved a Guinness World Record with 139 artists performing a classical dance marathon for over 24 hours. The non-stop event showcased Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Mohiniyattam, and Odissi, and earned a certificate from Guinness, presented to Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.

The 51st Khajuraho Dance Festival in Madhya Pradesh has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a Guinness World Record for the longest classical dance marathon. An astonishing 139 artists participated, dancing continuously for over 24 hours.

Commencing at 2:34 PM on Wednesday, the event concluded at 2:43 PM on Thursday, marking a non-stop marathon of 24 hours, 9 minutes, and 26 seconds. Following the declaration of the performance as a world record, the Guinness team awarded a certificate to Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.

Organized by the MP Department of Culture, the festival featured mesmerizing performances of various classical dance forms including Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Mohiniyattam, and Odissi.

(With inputs from agencies.)