World Record: A Story of CourageHis name was Raiyan

. Born in a small town called Rajshahi in Bangladesh, Raiyan was different from other kids from the beginning. While most children were busy with school and play, Raiyan had a mind that asked deeper questions. “Why does the sky change color?” “Why does a kite fly?” He had a curiosity that couldn’t be contained by textbooks.One day, when Raiyan was in 7th grade, he was browsing the internet in the local library when he came across something interesting—the world record for the longest continuous kite flying: 8 hours and 12 minutes, held by a British boy. His eyes lit up. That very moment, he whispered to himself, “One day, I’ll break this record.”At first, everyone laughed. “You? Break a world record?” his friends mocked. Even his teachers smiled and said, “Raiyan, you’re a dreamer. Focus on your studies.” But Raiyan didn’t argue. He just smiled and kept quiet, holding his dream close to his heart.From that day on, Raiyan made the open field near his house his second home. Every day after school, he went there with a kite and some string. The wind wasn’t always kind—sometimes it was still, sometimes too strong. His hands blistered, his eyes burned under the sun, and more than once, his kite crashed and tore. But Raiyan never gave up.His parents were worried at first. “What will you do with this kite?” they asked. But as they saw his determination, they slowly began to support him. His mother made him snacks for his practice days, and his father helped him build stronger kites.Two years passed. By then, Raiyan had mastered the art of flying a kite. He knew how to read the wind, control the tension, and switch hands to reduce fatigue. That’s when he decided it was time to attempt the record.They contacted Guinness World Records, submitted all the required documents, and got approval for the official attempt. A date was set: March 15th, 2023.The morning of the event, the field was decorated with flags and banners. A team of volunteers was there, including a doctor, a videographer, and a group of school students who came to cheer. Raiyan wore a plain T-shirt and jeans, but his eyes carried a spark.At exactly 7:00 AM, he launched the kite into the air. The crowd clapped. The kite soared high, its tail dancing in the blue sky. Raiyan stood still, both hands on the string, feeling the wind through his fingers.After two hours, the sun began to rise higher. His arms began to ache. Volunteers brought him water with a straw so he wouldn’t let go. At five hours, the heat became intense. His shirt was soaked, and his fingers had cuts. But he refused to sit.His parents watched nervously. Every hour felt like a lifetime.By hour eight, Raiyan was exhausted. But the kite was still flying strong. He had already broken the old record—but to make it official, he had to go beyond. The goal was clear: 9 hours.At 9 hours and 13 minutes, Raiyan finally reeled in the kite. As it touched the ground, a loud cheer exploded across the field. He had done it.Tears filled his eyes as his mother hugged him tightly. The volunteers clapped. The school principal declared, “You’ve made all of Rajshahi proud.” The local news aired his story that night, calling him “The Boy Who Touched the Sky.”Weeks later, Guinness World Records officially recognized his achievement. Raiyan’s name was now in the book. He was the world record holder for the longest continuous kite flying.But Raiyan wasn’t done.---The Journey BeyondAfter the record, Raiyan began receiving invitations from across the country. Schools asked him to speak to students, and TV shows wanted interviews. People began to see kite flying not just as a child’s game but as an art, a passion.Inspired by the response, Raiyan founded "SkyWeavers," a small club to teach kids how to fly kites and dream big. His goal was simple: help others discover joy in simple things, just like he did.With a few donations and help from his community, SkyWeavers grew fast. They organized kite festivals, invited experts, and even built a website where people could learn the basics of kite flying. Raiyan became a youth icon—not because he was a celebrity, but because he proved that a simple dream, pursued with dedication, could become a global achievement.One day, Raiyan got an email that changed his life again. The International Kite Festival in Gujarat, India, one of the biggest in the world, invited him as a guest speaker. It was his first time leaving Bangladesh.In Gujarat, Raiyan saw thousands of kites of all shapes and colors. Dragons, birds, fish, stars—kites that danced like fire and glowed in the night sky. He gave a speech in front of an audience of thousands.He said,"Kites taught me patience, focus, and