Bhopal and Kurukshetra Set Historic Records on Gita Jayanti 2024
On Gita Jayanti 2024, Bhopal and Kurukshetra achieved remarkable milestones, making the event unforgettable in the annals of religious and cultural history. Bhopal set a Guinness World Record with over 5,000 Acharyas collectively reciting verses from the Bhagavad Gita, while Kurukshetra witnessed the participation of 1.5 crore people globally through a virtual platform.
In Bhopal, over 5,000 Acharyas gathered at the Lal Parade Ground to recite ‘Karma Yog’ from Chapter 3 of the Bhagavad Gita. This mass recitation earned Madhya Pradesh a Guinness World Record. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav received the certificate on behalf of the state, expressing pride in this achievement. He highlighted the significance of spreading the teachings of the Gita globally and linked the spiritual event to social empowerment by transferring funds to the Ladli Behans welfare scheme.
In Kurukshetra, 18,000 children chanted the verses of the Gita, and the event was joined by 1.5 crore people worldwide via an online platform. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Union Ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Manohar Lal attended, emphasizing the Gita’s role in personal and societal development. Chouhan shared his personal connection with the Gita, calling it his moral compass.
The International Gita Mahotsav, with Tanzania as the partner country, showcased global unity through cultural exchange, with Gita teachings as the central theme. The event was not only a spiritual gathering but also a cultural bridge, reaffirming the Gita’s message of peace and harmony.
| Why in News | Key Points |
|---|---|
| Gita Jayanti 2024 Celebrations | – Bhopal set a Guinness World Record with 5,000 Acharyas reciting ‘Karma Yog’ from the Bhagavad Gita. |
| Date of Gita Jayanti | – Gita Jayanti was celebrated on December 11, 2024, the day after Dashami Tithi in Margashirsha month. |
| Location of Event in Bhopal | – Event held at Lal Parade Ground, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. |
| Key Leadership | – Madhya Pradesh CM: Mohan Yadav. – Haryana CM: Nayab Singh Saini. |
| Global Participation in Kurukshetra | – In Kurukshetra, 1.5 crore people participated through an online platform. |
| International Gita Mahotsav | – Tanzania was the partner country for the International Gita Mahotsav. |
| Welfare Scheme | – CM Yadav transferred ₹1,572 crore to over 1.28 crore Ladli Behans under a welfare scheme. |
| Global Record in Kurukshetra | – 18,000 children chanted Gita verses in Kurukshetra, joined by 1.5 crore globally. |
| Gita Teaching Relevance | – CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan reflected on the Gita’s timeless teachings about duty and detachment. |
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