Miss Prisha Tapre honoured by World Book of Records 8th Awards Ceremony at UK Parliament, London
London, United Kingdom, 13 September 2025 –
The 8th Awards Ceremony of the World Book of Records held at the historic UK Parliament, London, Miss Prisha Tapre from Watford, United Kingdom, was recognised for her extraordinary achievement in endurance swimming. She has been awarded for being the youngest to swim solo across the English Channel in just 11 hours and 48 minutes at the age of 16. Her remarkable stamina, determination, and courage set a new benchmark in long-distance swimming and serve as an inspiration to young athletes worldwide.
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; Raj Tripathi, President WBR England.
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.
