Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Indian Man Sets World Record with 847 Push-Ups
Rohtash Chaudhary, a 41-year-old man from India, has set a new world record by doing 847 push-ups in one hour while carrying a heavy backpack.
He did this at a stadium in New Delhi.
Before this, he was in a bad accident that left him unable to move for almost two years.
But he didn't give up.
He worked hard every day, eating healthy food and training his mind and body.
Now, he wants to show others that they can achieve anything if they believe in themselves and keep trying.
He even has a special title, 'Push-up Man of India,' and helps people stay fit through a government program called the Fit India Movement.
Rohtash Chaudhary set a Guinness World Record by performing 847 push-ups in one hour with a 27.21 kg backpack.
He achieved this feat at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi.
Chaudhary was previously bedridden for nearly two years due to a major traffic accident.
He followed a strict training regime, including daily push-up sets and a high-protein diet.
Chaudhary is an ambassador for the Fit India Movement, promoting physical fitness.
- Who
- Rohtash Chaudhary, a 41-year-old Indian man known as the 'Push-up Man of India'
- What
- Set a Guinness World Record by performing 847 push-ups in one hour with a 27.21 kg backpack
- When
- Recently, exact date not specified
- Where
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi
- Why
- To inspire others and promote physical fitness, especially among the younger generation
Chaudhary's Inspirational Journey
Challenges of Physical Rehabilitation
Motivation and Perseverance
Chaudhary's Inspirational Journey
Chaudhary's story inspires others to overcome physical limitations and achieve their goals through dedication and hard work.
Challenges of Physical Rehabilitation
The journey of rehabilitation and training required immense perseverance and mental strength to overcome the initial setbacks.
- Name
- Rohtash Chaudhary
- Age
- 41
- Record
- 847 push-ups in one hour with a 27.21 kg backpack
- Location
- Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi
- Previous Record Holder
- Sami Jomah Hassan (Syria)
- Witness
- Mansukh Mandaviya (Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports)
- Initiative
- Fit India Movement