Gujarat set a Guinness World Record on January 1 after more than 50,000 people performed 'Surya Namaskar' simultaneously at 108 venues, earning praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi who said the state "welcomed 2024 with a remarkable feat".
Surya Namaskar or sun salutation is an ancient Yogic practice of paying respect to the rising sun and comprises different postures or Asanas.
As per the State government's release, Gujarat's name has been registered in the 'Guinness World Records' on the very first day of 2024 for the largest number of people, performing 'Surya Namaskar' simultaneously at 108 venues.