1.15 Million Words Written on the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita

Dr. Rajesh Takyar, an author and independent researcher from Gurugram, Haryana, India, has achieved a remarkable literary milestone by writing 1,151,853 words (approximately 11.5 lakh words) in an extensive commentary and interpretation of the Shrimad Bhagavad Gita. The monumental literary work comprises 18 volumes, with each volume dedicated to one of the 18 chapters of the Bhagavad Gita. Through detailed explanations, interpretations, reflections, and philosophical insights, Dr. Takyar has sought to make the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad Gita accessible and understandable to contemporary readers. His work explores profound concepts including duty, action, consequences, self-discipline, knowledge, devotion, and liberation, connecting ancient philosophical wisdom with the challenges of modern life. This extraordinary achievement, representing years of dedicated research, study, and writing, was officially recognised by The Book of World Records on 2 November 2026, at a ceremony held at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, India.