The record for the maximum varieties of asafoetida launched in a day was set by GP & Company, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. On April 19, 2026, 16 distinct varieties of asafoetida (hing) were launched at a single venue. The initiative aimed to promote culinary diversity, innovation, and bring attention to asafoetida’s importance in Indian cuisine and its regional variations, as confirmed on April 19, 2026.




