At just 20 years old, Manya Rajput from Ludhiana, Punjab, India, made history as the youngest girl to organise an international open mic event with global participation. As the visionary founder of “Awaaz by Manya,” she orchestrated a powerful international celebration of Indian culture and patriotism during her Disney Internship in Florida, USA — bringing together participants from diverse countries in a shared celebration of art, community, and cultural diplomacy.

Manya’s achievement is a testament to the power of youth leadership and the belief that cultural exchange can flourish at any age and across any distance. Her event demonstrated that art and community truly transcend borders, setting a new benchmark for institutional excellence in global youth engagement. The World Records Authority formally recognises Manya Rajput’s contribution to global cultural dialogue and applauds her as an exceptional young leader whose achievement will inspire a generation of future cultural ambassadors.