In a remarkable effort to promote dialogue on governance and raise awareness about the monthly radio program “Mann Ki Baat” hosted by Hon. Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi, Pa. Jagadguru Satpanthcharya Shri Gyaneshwardevacharyaji Maharaj along with the Prernapith Trust Team successfully organized the longest relay reading marathon world record program, “Namotsav 2023.”

The marathon featured an extraordinary participation of 7001 people who read the scripts of “Mann Ki Baat” continuously in relay for a staggering 501 hours. The event commenced on September 25, 2023, at 1:00 PM and concluded on October 16, 2023, at 10:00 AM, setting a new world record at Prernapith Tirthdham, Ta. Daskroi, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.

This unique initiative aimed to foster a deeper connection between citizens and governance by encouraging active listening and reflection on the Prime Minister’s monthly messages, which address key day-to-day issues and promote national unity.

The event was envisioned and managed by Mr. Harshad Patel (Trustee) and coordinated efficiently by Mr. Sachin Patel with invaluable support from the entire Prernapith Tirthdham team.

The world record event was supported by dedicated record holders including:

Mr. Harshad Patel, Mr. Shailesh Patel, Mr. Jitubhai Patel, Mr. Sandeep Patel, Mr. Sachin Patel, Mr. Chetan Patel, Mr. Bharat Patel, Mr. Rinesh Patel, Mr. Chaitnya Patel, Mr. Manan Patel, Mr. Ashish Patel, Mr. Shanti Patel, Ms. Nehal Patel, Mr. Avinash Patel, Mr. Hiren Patel, Mr. Gaurang Patel, Mr. Pravinbhai Patel, Mr. Purshottambhai Patel, Mr. Shomjibhai Patel, Rahul Patel, Vasant Patel, Nilesh Patel, Ankur Patel, Rajesh Diwani, Sankit Patel, and Rajesh Patel.

“Namotsav 2023” stands as a monumental tribute to civic engagement and highlights the power of collective participation in nation-building.