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139 Artists Break World Record with 24-Hour Dance Marathon at Khajuraho Dance Festival in Madhya Pradesh.

National | Dated: 25 Feb 2025

In February 2025, 139 classical dancers achieved a 'Guinness World Record' by performing continuously for over 24 hours, 9 minutes, and 26 seconds during the grand 'Classical Dance Relay Marathon' at the inauguration of the 51st Khajuraho Dance Festival in Madhya Pradesh (MP).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The marathon, held from February 19-20, 2025, was inaugurated by the Chief Minister (CM) of MP, Mohan Yadav.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The marathon featured captivating performances of classical dance forms, including Kathak, Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, Mohiniyattam, and Odissi.
  • (ii) This monumental achievement was registered in the name of MP, with the Guinness World Records team declaring it a world record and presenting the certificate to CM, Mohan Yadav.
  • (iii) The 51st Khajuraho Dance Festival, held from February 20 to 26, 2025, celebrates and promotes Indian classical dance forms, attracting artists and audiences from around the world.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Where did the 24-hour Classical Dance Relay Marathon take place in February 2025?

Correct Answer: Madhya Pradesh

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