International Yoga Day 2024 Highlights: ‘Yoga is not only knowledge but it is science as well,’ said PM Modi

In today’s fast-paced and demanding lifestyles, finding moments of peace and tranquility is essential for nurturing both mental and physical health.

Yoga, an ancient tradition originating from India, has become a valuable tool for individuals seeking relaxation and stress management. Through a combination of physical postures, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices, yoga offers a holistic approach to unwinding and cultivating mental serenity.

It was in September 2014 that Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the idea of celebrating Yoga day internationally in the UN. On December 11, 2014, UN marked the 21st of June of every year as International Yoga Day and the following year, first International Yoga Day was celebrated.

On the occasion of International Yoga Day Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai performs yoga at Sarairanjan, Samastipur.

June 21 is International Yoga Day, observed worldwide. Each year, a theme is announced; this year’s theme is “Yoga for Self and Society.” Last year’s theme was “Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam — One Earth, One Family,” with celebrations led by Prime Minister Modi on the North Lawn of the UN Headquarters in New York City.

The inaugural Yoga Day festivities took place in 2015 at Raj Path in New Delhi, where Modi and other dignitaries set two Guinness World Records: the largest yoga session with 35,985 participants and the most nations represented, totaling 84.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis participated in a yoga session on Friday to commemorate the 10th International Day of Yoga.

PM Modi posted selfies from the International Yoga Day event that took place at SKICC, Srinagar.

UP Minister Dharampal Singh led yoga exercises with officials at Kailash Prakash Sports Stadium in Meerut on International Yoga Day. Rajya Sabha MP Vijaypal Tomar, Kanta Kardam, District Magistrate Deepak Meena, Chief Development Officer Nupur Goyal, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Akhilesh Mohan, and numerous other officials and residents joined in the session.

Minister Dharampal emphasized that maintaining health is achievable through yoga. District Magistrate Deepak Meena recommended incorporating yoga into daily life to manage stress effectively.

President Droupadi Murmu described yoga as India’s unique gift to humanity, highlighting its increased significance due to the rise in lifestyle-related issues. She, along with other officials from the President’s Secretariat, also practiced yoga at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan thanked PM Modi and said, “…He made Yoga reach the world…I hope everyone makes Yoga a part of their daily life…I do Yoga everyday.”

He emphasised the importance of incorporating Yoga into daily routines as he participated in a Yoga session on the International Day of Yoga in Delhi.

As the world celebrates International Day of Yoga, Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav performs Yoga in Bhopal.

” Greetings to everyone on the occasion of International Day of Yoga…in a way, the whole world is a fan of Yoga now… ” he said after the yoga session

Ashwini Vaishnaw today said that Yoga Shastra is a vital part of India‘s cultural heritage. He said that PM Modi’s global promotion of Yoga has significantly earned widespread recognition. He further added that today, yoga enthusiasts around the world are making positive changes in their personal lives and society through its practice.

Ahead of performing Yoga asanas is Srinagar, PM Modi in his speech said that the world is seeing new Yoga economy going forward.

BJP leader Shaina NC told ANI that the importance PM Modi has given to Yoga can be seen in Mumbai. Shaina said that the PM has taught the nation that health is wealth.

Union Minister Jitendra Singh, Principal Secretary to PM Modi, PK Mishra, and other officials participated in a Yoga session which was held at the Prime Minister’s Office South Block in Delhi.

“Last year, I lead yoga day celebration at UN in US. The journey of Yoga around the world is ongoing. I am happy that today over 100 institutions have been certified by AYUSH Ministry’s Yoga Board. The number of people performing yoga is increasing,” PM Modi said in his speech today.

PM Modi is currently performing Yoga asanas at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Complex in Srinagar. Take a look:

(Image Courtesy: ANI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicked off the Yoga Day celebrations in Srinagar today with a speech in which he extended his greetings to the entire nation. He is currently performing yoga asanas on the bank of Dal Lake.

PM Modi speaking at a gathering in Srinagar said that in today’s day and age, prestigious universities are conducting research on Yoga and also publishing research papers.

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav celebrated the 10th International Yoga Day in Uttarakhand today by practicing Yoga at the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy in Dehradun. Simultaneously, Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya participated in a yoga session in Delhi to honor the International Day of Yoga.

Addressing a gathering on International Day of Yoga, PM Narendra Modi today extended his wishes to people across the country and to those who are performing Yoga in every corner of the world. “In 2014, I proposed International Yoga Day at the United Nations. This proposal by India was supported by 177 nations and this was a record in itself. Since then, Yoga Day has been creating new records,” the PM said.

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