Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India], Yoga Guru Ramdev performed yoga at an event in Haridwar, Uttarakhand on the occasion of International Yoga Day on Friday.
Patanjali MD Acharya Balkrishna also attended the Yoda Day celebrations and joined Ramdev in yoga exercises during the event.
Many people including children also participated in this program in Haridwar.
This year's theme, "Yoga for Self and Society" emphasizes the important role of yoga in promoting both individual well-being and social harmony, a release from the Ministry of AYUSH said.
This year's celebrations will be celebrated across the country with a remarkable event called "Yoga for Space" featuring programs on the practice of CYP or Common Yoga Protocol across all centers and units of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). Apart from other autonomous bodies, ISRO will also participate in the CYP exercise on June 21.
Globally, embassies and Indian missions abroad will participate in the celebrations highlighting the widespread impact of yoga. AYUSH Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha highlighted the journey of IDY at a recent gathering and emphasized its role in promoting health, social values and sense of community.
The 'Whole of Government' approach to IDY celebrations involves coordinated efforts across various government departments and active participation of State Governments and Union Territories. The National AYUSH Mission team is also organizing programs across the country showcasing the impact of yoga on overall health.
Patanjali MD Acharya Balkrishna also attended the Yoda Day celebrations and joined Ramdev in yoga exercises during the event.
Many people including children also participated in this program in Haridwar.
This year's theme, "Yoga for Self and Society" emphasizes the important role of yoga in promoting both individual well-being and social harmony, a release from the Ministry of AYUSH said.
This year's celebrations will be celebrated across the country with a remarkable event called "Yoga for Space" featuring programs on the practice of CYP or Common Yoga Protocol across all centers and units of the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO). Apart from other autonomous bodies, ISRO will also participate in the CYP exercise on June 21.
Globally, embassies and Indian missions abroad will participate in the celebrations highlighting the widespread impact of yoga. AYUSH Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha highlighted the journey of IDY at a recent gathering and emphasized its role in promoting health, social values and sense of community.
The 'Whole of Government' approach to IDY celebrations involves coordinated efforts across various government departments and active participation of State Governments and Union Territories. The National AYUSH Mission team is also organizing programs across the country showcasing the impact of yoga on overall health.
