Most people shaking hands

According to Official Guinness Records,

The most people shaking hands simultaneously is 48,870 and was achieved by the Shree Khodhaldham Trust (India) in Rajkot, India, on 21 January 2012. Participants were the members of the Leuva Patel community and gathered at the attempt venue from all over India and even from abroad. This attempt took place on occasion of commencement of the construction of the temple for Leuva Patel community.

For a complete list of 2012 records, please visit 2012 Guinness Records in India.

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