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This collective effort solidified the state\u2019s unwavering commitment to wellness and its rich cultural heritage.<\/p>\n<p>The record-breaking event took place against the backdrop of the splendid Modhera Sun Temple, witnessing enthusiastic participation from a wide spectrum of individuals, including families, students, dedicated yoga practitioners, and esteemed senior citizens.<\/p>\n<p>The esteemed presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi at the Modhera celebrations added grandeur to the occasion.<\/p>\n<p>Amidst an atmosphere brimming with joy, the pinnacle of elation was reached when Guinness World Records adjudicator Swapnil Dangarikar formally declared the successful attempt.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking about the achievement, Swapnil Dangarikar, Adjudicator at Guinness World Records, expressed, \u201cI was here to authenticate the record for the most people performing Surya Namaskar. This marks a new milestone as no such record had been previously attempted.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAfter meticulously reviewing all evidence and witnessing the collective effort here in Modhera\u2026 They have undeniably set a new Guinness World Record title for the most people performing Surya Namaskar\u2026\u201d, he added.<\/p>\n<p>Echoing a sentiment of pride, Gujarat\u2019s Home Minister Sanghavi highlighted, \u201cToday, Gujarat has accomplished the distinction of achieving the country\u2019s and the world\u2019s first world record, where thousands of individuals have participated in yoga sessions across 108 locations and in 51 different settings.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Sanghavi emphasized the global resonance and acceptance of yoga, stating, \u201cYoga is increasingly embraced worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>Inputs-ANI<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fb-background-color\">\n\t\t\t  <div \n\t\t\t  \tclass = \"fb-comments\" \n\t\t\t  \tdata-href = \"https:\/\/www.hamslive.com\/news\/2024\/01\/gujarat-sets-guinness-record-for-performing-mass-surya-namaskar-on-new-year\/\"\n\t\t\t  \tdata-numposts = \"10\"\n\t\t\t  \tdata-lazy = \"true\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-colorscheme = \"light\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-order-by = \"social\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-mobile=true>\n\t\t\t  <\/div><\/div>\n\t\t  <style>\n\t\t    .fb-background-color {\n\t\t\t\tbackground: #ffffff !important;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t.fb_iframe_widget_fluid_desktop iframe {\n\t\t\t    width: 100% !important;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t  <\/style>\n\t\t  ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A staggering count of over 4,000 participants actively engaged in the iconic sun salutation yoga sequence. 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