Surat, Oct. 14 -- In a jaw-dropping display of style, skill, and unapologetic ambition, Surat just walked into the Guinness Book of World Records with the world's largest fashion show . Forget Milan, move aside Paris - this time, the fashion capital of the day was proudly Indian.
Organized by Raja Rani Coaching , India's premier fashion institute, the spectacle unfolded at Surat's indoor stadium on a buzzing Saturday evening. With over 7,000 participants , the event didn't just break the previous world record of 1,200; it obliterated it.
Hitting the Runway, Smashing Records
Behind this larger-than-life event were the dynamic duo - Mohit and Priya Gadhiya , founders of Raja Rani Coaching. Their vision wasn't just to host another glitzy show. This was about turning the ramp into a message board for the future of India - one stitched with skills, creativity, and youth power .
"We wanted to show that glamour can go hand-in-hand with purpose," said Mohit Gadhiya , who's quickly becoming a name synonymous with creative entrepreneurship in India's fashion scene. "Our aim is simple - India will build its future only by building its skills."
It wasn't a mere display of couture; it was a statement of intent - that the next era of Indian growth won't come from boardrooms alone but from classrooms, studios, and workshops where ideas turn into innovation.
The Scale of Style: 7,000 Voices, One Vision
Over 3,000 students trained by Raja Rani Coaching in the past year have been shaping India's creative landscape - and 30 of them earned their spot on this monumental stage. Participants came from across India - Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Gujarat, Assam , and even London - to join this record-breaking moment.
The show featured 15 distinct fashion sequences , with 40 models showcasing vivid designs that turned the stadium into a living, breathing art gallery. Every thread, color, and silhouette screamed creativity - and the audience responded with deafening applause .
Representatives from the Guinness World Records were present, validating the achievement and officially crowning the event as a global milestone .
"Skill Hoga India, Toh Build Hoga India"
The highlight of the evening? A bold, patriotic segment dedicated to the slogan:
" Skill Hoga India, Toh Build Hoga India " (If India builds its skills, India will build its future).
Students performed a rousing showcase that blended fashion, performance art, and national purpose , making the slogan more than just words - it became a movement on stage.
For Priya Gadhiya, this was personal. "Surat has made its mark globally as a hub for fashion and talent," she said. "This record is proof that our students can dream big - and execute bigger."
And that's exactly what they did. The event radiated energy - from the crowd's cheers to the camera flashes, every second felt like a victory lap for Indian skill and artistry.
From Textile to Trendsetter: Surat's Evolution
Let's not forget - Surat has long been India's textile powerhouse. But now, it's showing it can style the world , not just supply it. This record is more than a feather in the city's cap; it's a bold declaration that Surat is stepping out from behind the loom and onto the global ramp .
India's fashion ecosystem is evolving - and this moment cements Surat's role as a rising creative capital. With initiatives like Raja Rani Coaching leading from the front, fashion education isn't just about cutting fabric anymore - it's about cutting through limits.
India's Youth, India's Power Move
Events like this aren't vanity projects. They're signs of a generational shift . India's youth no longer wait for the world's approval - they build their own stages and set their own records.
The world's largest fashion show in Surat isn't just a number. It's a narrative - of ambition, collaboration, and fearless creativity.
As the spotlights dimmed and the cheers echoed through the stadium, one thing was clear: the world was watching, and Surat wasn't done yet.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from PNN.