The name of city-based organisation Akhil Bhartiya Sanskrutik Sangh has been recorded in the Limca Book of Records for the largest number of shows in performing arts, claims the organisation.The recognition comes after the festival called Global Harmony 2008, organised in Pune between May 21 and May 31, 2008. Around 4,500 artists from 18 Indian states participated in the festival, Sangh secretary Hemant Wagh said.
President of the organisation Ratna Wagh pointed that 900 individuals from 250 group performances and 150 duos performed during the festival. Aside from the dance performances, 35 drama shows were also presented during this time.
"Our organisation's name has been recorded in the Limca Book of Records after these performances. This recognition comes for the largest number of performances in performing arts," she said.
He was speaking at a press conference organised by the Sangh to inform about the recognition bestowed on it by the Limca Book of Records. "Our organisation is working for promotion of Indian culture and art forms. We are very glad to get this recognition," he said.