The Andaman and Nicobar administration and a team of divers set a Guinness World Record by unfurling the largest Indian national flag underwater [1].
The event showcases the technical capabilities of the administration and the skill of the divers involved in the operation. By securing a world record, the region aims to highlight its unique geography and diving potential to a global audience [1], [2].
The record attempt took place on a Saturday at Radhanagar Beach, located on Swaraj Dweep, also known as Havelock Island [1], [3]. The beach is a primary landmark within the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, providing the necessary conditions for the underwater deployment [3].
Coordination for the event required a significant number of participants to manage the scale of the flag. Reports on the exact number of divers vary, with one source stating 223 divers participated [1], while another report cites 200 divers [2].
The administration organized the effort to achieve the Guinness World Record and demonstrate the region's ability to execute complex maritime events [1], [2]. The unfurling required precise synchronization among the diving team to ensure the flag was displayed correctly beneath the surface [3].
This achievement adds to the growing list of national records established in the region, utilizing the deep waters of the islands for large-scale displays [1].
“The Andaman and Nicobar administration and a team of divers set a Guinness World Record”
This record attempt serves as a strategic effort to promote the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as a premier destination for adventure tourism and diving. By leveraging a Guinness World Record, the administration increases the international visibility of Swaraj Dweep, potentially attracting more tourism and investment to the remote archipelago.
