Amal College Teacher Sets Guinness Record for Most Authors Signing Books Simultaneously
Umesh U., head of the Department of Commerce at Amal College of Advanced Studies, Nilambur, set a Guinness World Record for the most authors signing their own books simultaneously, with 1,572 participants surpassing the previous record of 1,502. The event took place in Chennai on July 26, 2026, organized by ESN Publications and the London Organisation of Skills Development. Umesh received the official certificate at IIT Madras and was felicitated by MP P.V. Abdul Wahab and the college community. He previously contributed to a 2023 record for the world's thickest unpublished book.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (55–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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thehindu broke this story on 5 Oct, 06:37 pm. Other outlets followed.
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