PremiumToday, people worldwide are observing the 9th International Yoga Day with live celebrations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will spearhead the festivities at the United Nations (UN) headquarters, graced by delegates from over 180 nations. Notably, an estimated 250 million individuals are anticipated to participate in the event, centred around the theme 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' meaning One Earth. One Future. One Family.
Vedanta chief Anil Agarwal said on International Yoga day said that one hour walk and 30 min yoga is a must.
Taking to Twitter, Agarwal said that he prioritizes a one-hour walk and 30 minutes of yoga as a daily routine.
Furthermore, he shared that when he experienced back pain some years ago, he was advised to practice the butterfly pose (titli aasan) daily, and it quickly became an integral part of his morning routine.
Prime Minister Modi has confirmed his participation in the Yoga program taking place at the United Nations headquarters, scheduled for approximately 5:30 pm IST.
The concept of International Yoga Day was introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his 2014 address to the United Nations General Assembly.
This year the theme of Yoga Day is 'Yoga For Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' i.e. Yoga for the welfare of all in the form of 'One World-One Family'.It emphasises the spirit of Yoga, which unites and takes everyone along.
It helps with emotional management, mood improvement, and brain clarity and also highlights the connection between the mind and the body. Meanwhile, PM Modi will celebrate the International Day of Yoga on June 21 at the United Nations Headquarters with the UN leadership and members of the international community.
Speaking about the 'Ocean Ring of Yoga', PM Modi said, "The 'Ocean Ring of Yoga' has made the Yoga Day events more special this year. Its idea is based on the interrelationship between the idea of yoga and the expanse of the ocean."
The concept of International Yoga Day was introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his 2014 address to the United Nations General Assembly. Since then, Yoga has gained huge popularity worldwide due to its ability to enhance flexibility, strength, balance, and overall fitness.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India has always nurtured traditions that unite, adopt and embrace, and made a fervent appeal to eliminate contradictions, hurdles and resistances through Yoga.
In a video message on the occasion of International Day of Yoga, Modi said Indians have welcomed new ideas and conserved them and celebrated the country's rich diversity.
“Yoga strengthens such feelings, expands the inner vision, and connects us with that consciousness which makes us feel the unity of the living being giving a basis of love for the living being," the prime minister said.
PM Narendra Modi via video message on the occasion of International Day of Yoga said that the coming together of more than 180 countries on India's call is historic.
“At around 5:30 pm IST, I will participate in the Yoga program which is being organised at the headquarters of the United Nations. The coming together of more than 180 countries on India's call is historic. When the proposal for Yoga Day came to the United Nations General Assembly in 2014, it was supported by a record number of countries," Modi added.
On the International Day of Yoga, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will participate in a yoga session alongside Indian Navy personnel aboard the domestically manufactured aircraft carrier INS Vikrant.
"Armed forces personnel including Agniveers will participate in the event embracing the spirit of unity and well-being. After the yoga session, the Union Minister will address the gathering and felicitate the yoga instructors," the Ministry of Defence stated.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that crores worldwide join yoga with 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' theme.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Yog Guru Baba Ramdev on Wednesday performed Yoga in Haridwar to mark the 9th International Yoga Day.
A large number of people participated and performed the Yoga asanas (poses) at the Patanjali Peeth in Haridwar. The concept of International Yoga Day was introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his 2014 address to the United Nations General Assembly.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will celebrate the International Day of Yoga on June 21 at the United Nations Headquarters with the UN leadership and members of the international community.
Arrangements have also been made in different parts of the country to celebrate the occasion and spread awareness of the benefits of ancient Indian practice.
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