Her mother stood by her side. The students and teachers of the university cheered her every step. On the last day, as she finished, the crowd gave her a standing ovation.
By NV Paulose | Global TV +91 98441 82044
Remona Evette Pereira is a student of St Aloysius Deemed to be University, Mangaluru. She completed a 170 hour Bharatanatyam dance marathon at her university. Her name is now entered in the Golden Book of World Records. She has brought great pride to herself, her family, and her university.
The Support of Her University
St Aloysius University gave full support for Remona’s performance. The management, teachers, and students stood with her every day. The open stage at the university became the centre of this great event. People from all walks of life came to see it.
To watch the Moment
The university made sure everything was well arranged. A group of teachers watched every session. Medical staff stayed on standby. Volunteers came in shifts. The leadership gave her all the support she needed. This was Remona’s great success. Also the success of the university that trusted her dream.
The Dance Journey
Remona started learning Bharatanatyam when she was three years old. Her mother was her first guide. She pushed her daughter forward with love and care.
As a child, Remona took part in many competitions. She won over a hundred prizes. But she wanted to do more. She wanted to do something special for Indian dance.
The idea of a marathon came to her. It was a big task. But she was ready.
The Record Event
The event began on July 21, 2025, at the university campus. It ended on July 28, 2025. Remona danced for 170 hours. She took only 15 minute breaks every three hours.
She performed using fire pots, glass pieces, and LED props. She also used clay pots and did balancing acts. She danced in pain and joy. She never gave up.
Her mother stood by her side. The students and teachers of the university cheered her every step. On the last day, as she finished, the crowd gave her a standing ovation.
The record was confirmed. The moment was real. The dream had come true.
A Mother’s Courage
Remona was raised by her mother Gladis Celine. Her father passed away before she was born. Her mother worked hard to support her. She even tested dangerous props before her daughter used them.
Remona says, “My mother is my first teacher. She has done more than I can explain. This record belongs to her.”
Awards and Dreams
In 2022, Remona received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar. Prime Minister Modi spoke to her online. He praised her story and her strong will.
But Remona did not stop there. She kept working. She kept learning. Her goal is to keep Indian classical dance alive among the younger generation.
She wants to open a dance centre for children and youth. She wants to teach orphans, disabled students, and others who have no chance to learn. She also wants to continue her studies and get a doctorate in Bharatanatyam.
The Role of St Aloysius University
St Aloysius University gave her a platform. They gave her time, space, and encouragement. They treated her project with respect. This helped her stay focused and calm.
Many universities talk about supporting students. But here, it was seen in action. The teachers worked beyond class hours. The students volunteered. Everyone was part of the journey.
The university has shown that it cares for more than just marks. It cares for dreams.
The Last Bow
After 170 hours of dance, Remona stood still. Her body was tired. Her eyes were full. She looked at her mother. She folded her hands.
She whispered one word.
“Amma.”
And the crowd clapped for a long time.
