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Religion
517 Conch Shells Sound: New Record Set at Nashik Riverbank
✍️ Amar Ujala · Maharashtra
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 01:31 AM
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Ahead of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, a massive gathering in Nashik saw 517 people simultaneously blow conch shells, setting a new Guinness World Record.
A new Guinness World Record was set on the banks of the Godavari River in Nashik, Maharashtra, as 517 individuals simultaneously blew conch shells. This impressive feat took place ahead of the upcoming Simhastha Kumbh Mela, a major Hindu pilgrimage event. The participants gathered on the riverbank, creating a symphony of sound that reverberated throughout the area. This record-breaking event is expected to draw significant attention and contribute to the excitement surrounding the Kumbh Mela.