Woman From Uttar Pradesh Sets Guinness World Record For Longest Hair

Smita Srivastava, a 46-year-old woman hailing from Uttar Pradesh, India, has made headlines worldwide by clinching a coveted spot in the Guinness World Records. Her feat? Boasting the longest hair on a living person, a jaw-dropping 7 feet and 9 inches in length.

Smita's incredible journey began at the age of 14 when she committed to refraining from cutting her hair. Drawing inspiration from the iconic long hairstyles sported by Hindi actresses in the 1980s, her unwavering dedication to nurturing her extensive locks has now etched her name in the annals of record-breaking achievements.

"In Indian culture, goddesses traditionally had very long hair. In our society, it is considered inauspicious to cut hair, so that is why women used to grow hair," Smita shared, highlighting the cultural significance attached to maintaining lengthy hair. "Long hair enhances the beauty of women."