Shorapur student enters India, Karnataka record books with 150-foot mehndi

Student sets mehndi record in Karnataka

A detailed review of video documentation, photographic evidence and physical measurements has led the India Book of Records (IBR) and the Karnataka Book of Records (KBR) to officially recognise a 150-foot-long mehndi design created by a student from Shorapur.

Keerthi Ninganna Hosamani, a 20-year-old Computer Science engineering student, received certificates of appreciation from both record-certifying organisations for the achievement.

A 150-foot canvas

Ms. Keerthi is a native of Satyampet village in Shorapur taluk of Yadgir district and a fifth-semester student at Veerappa Nisty Engineering College.

She created the design on a canvas measuring 150 feet in length and one foot in width.

The work required her to draw continuously for 15 hours and 45 minutes across September 4 and 5.

Her creation combined several mehndi styles, including traditional Mandala art, free-hand patterns and modern Arabic designs.

The certifying bodies examined video documentation, photographic evidence and precise physical measurements before recognising the achievement.

The recognition placed Ms. Keerthi’s work in both the India Book of Records and the Karnataka Book of Records.

“It was my dream to achieve something unique in the field of mehndi art. My hard work, dedication, and deep concentration helped me reach this goal and enter the record books,” Ms. Keerthi said.

Support from Satyampet

Her family and the local community in Satyampet village expressed pride in the accomplishment.

Her father, Ninganna, runs a local grocery shop, while her mother, Basamma, is a homemaker.

They voiced hope that Ms. Keerthi’s achievement would inspire other rural youths.

“Rural talent like Keerthi must come forward to showcase their capabilities on national platforms and bring honour to the entire region,” Mr. Ninganna said.

Sanganna Gulgi, an advocate from Satyampet village, praised the effort and said that Ms. Keerthi had set a benchmark for aspiring youth.

“She has become a role model for young talents who harbour goals. Showcasing such skills brings pride not only to families but to the entire village,” he said.

The India Book of Records is a nationwide certifying organisation affiliated with international bodies such as the Asia Book of Records and the World Records Union.

The Karnataka Book of Records documents and honours exceptional talent originating within the State.

For Ms. Keerthi, the certificates recognise a sustained effort that brought together artistic styles, technical precision and prolonged concentration.

Source: The Hindu