Malik Faizan
Srinagar, 10 Feb –: Rutba Showkat, a young prodigious girl from Khayam Srinagar, put her name in the history books by securing a Guinness World Record in origami. She emerged with a remarkable feat – that of “250 paper boats in just an hour,” as the girl set a new global record in the art of paper folding.
Rutba now boasts about her origami skills, whereas she has already marked her presence in many other fields. “A national-level gold medalist in martial arts, she is also a calligrapher, painter, and record-holder in the India Book of Records.” Having won over 60 medals in martial arts at the national level, her latest achievement adds yet another feather to her cap.
*A Secret Journey to Surprise Her Family*
Speaking to Rising Kashmir, Rutba revealed that her journey to the Guinness World Record was filled with challenges.
“I had been applying for this record for the last three years. After two failed attempts, I finally succeeded. Hard work never goes in vain,” she said.
She said, she kept her record attempt a secret to surprise her family. “My parents have always stood by me, whether in sports or art. They believed in me even when I doubted myself. This achievement is a much theirs as it is mine,” she said.
Her mother, overcome with pride, explained her feelings said, we always knew Rutba was special. She is determined and hardworking, and we are incredibly proud of her.
*The Journey to Guinness Glory*
As explaining the process behind her record, Rutba said precision and dedication required. “Origami is about patience and precision. I had to fold each boat with utmost care while maintaining speed. I managed four boats per minute, which means one every 15 seconds,” she said.
She admitted that there were moments of frustration and self-doubt. “There were times when I felt like giving up, but my passion kept going. Achieving this record was my dream, and I wasn’t ready to let it slip away,” she said.
As she basks in her latest success, Rutba said she hopes her journey will inspire other young Kashmiris to pursue their dreams. “No goal is too big if you work for it. Whether in sports, art, or academics, the key is to stay consistent and never lose faith in yourself,” she said.—
