When was the inaugural International Day of Yoga observed?
On June 21, 2015, the inaugural International Yoga Day was observed.
Yoga is an age-old discipline that has its roots in India. It consists of physical poses, or asanas, breathing techniques, and meditation. Not only does it help with strength, flexibility, and balance, but it also has mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits.
As June 21, 2024, approaches, let's take a moment to reflect on how this day came to be.
On June 21, 2015, the inaugural International Yoga Day was observed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi originally brought up the concept of International Yoga Day on September 27, 2014, at an address to the UN General Assembly.
He discussed the long history of yoga and how it may promote world peace and wellbeing. At the time, PM Modi emphasized that yoga was a method of life rather than merely physical exercise.
In response to this suggestion, the United Nations formally declared June 21 to be International Yoga Day on December 11, 2014. Support for this decision came from 177 member nations.
The International Yoga Day (2024) theme is "Yoga for Self and Society."
The purpose of International Yoga Day is to encourage people all over the world to include yoga into their daily lives and to increase awareness of the many advantages of practicing yoga. Since its start, millions of people from all over the world have joined to celebrate the mental, spiritual, and physical health benefits of yoga, making it a truly worldwide event.
Numerous worldwide activities, including workshops, seminars, and large-scale yoga sessions, are scheduled for this day and frequently include well-known yoga instructors.
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