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Longest human chain (length)
Over 5 million people joined hands for 1,050 km, from Teknaf to Tentulia.
Record holderSupporters of 14 parties led by the Bangladesh Awami League
Date achieved11 December 2004
Official statement
On 11 December 2004, more than five million people formed a 1,050 km (652.4 mile) human chain stretching the length of the country from Teknaf to Tentulia, a political demonstration listed by Guinness World Records as the longest human chain by length.
Criteria met
- 01Participants physically link hands
- 02Continuous chain along the route
- 03Route length measured
Evidence on file
- Exhibit ATeknaf to Tentulia
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