The 8th Awards Ceremony of the World Book of Records held at the historic UK Parliament, London, Rajshekhar Kosana, Founder of Roy Chess Academy, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, was recognised for his exceptional contributions to the game of chess. He has been honoured for promoting and nurturing young chess talent, providing a platform for excellence and enabling global recognition for emerging players. His efforts continue to inspire and shape the next generation of chess enthusiasts, fostering skill, discipline, and strategic thinking among youth.
The ceremony opened with a tribute to the Late Lord Swarj Paul and the release of World Book of Records Magazine 2025. CEO Adv. Santosh Shukla, in his keynote, stressed the importance of unity and social responsibility. The gathering was graced by prominent figures from the UK, India and Uganda, including Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga, First Deputy Prime Minister of Uganda; Lokesh Nara, Minister for HRD, Government of Andhra Pradesh; Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa, Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, Uganda; Lord Rami Ranger, Member of the House of Lords, United Kingdom; Virendra Sharma, Former British MP, Senior Leader of the Labour Party, UK; and HH Rajrajeshwar Guruji, Spiritual Leader & Founder International Siddhashram Shakti Centre, London, United Kingdom.
Over 30 achievers from India, Uganda, Nepal, Romania, Singapore, the UAE and UK were honoured for their contributions in healthcare, education, business, social service, sustainability and community development. Directed by Mahendrasinh C. Jadeja, the ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Suchita Shukla and a networking, marking another milestone in the global journey of World Book of Records.
