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Time of India
4 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Yoga sessions, seminars, workshops in lineup of IYD event across Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow: In line with its commitment to promoting healthy lifestyle through yoga, Yogi Adityanath-led UP govt will organise large-scale yoga practice sessions at more than 4,000 locations across the state on International Yoga Day , Jun 21. Yoga Week will be observed from Jun 15 to 21, during which various programmes will be held at district, tehsil, block and village panchayat levels. These include mass yoga sessions, seminars, workshops, symposiums, speech competitions, rangoli contests, essay writing and slogan competitions to raise awareness and encourage public participation. As part of the nationwide celebration, mass yoga demonstrations will take place at 100,000 locations across the country, with 4,075 in Uttar Pradesh following the Common Yoga Protocol on Jun 21. Principal secretary AYUSH, Ranjan Kumar, said that under the direction of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath , 5,000 trained yoga instructors were prepared to promote yoga across the state who will lead yoga sessions across UP. Principals and managers of AYUSH colleges have formed various committees to ensure success of Yoga Week with yoga-related programmes in medical, vocational and other educational institutions. On Jun 21, a large-scale yoga demonstration will be held in UP that will commemorate completion of 10 years of International Yoga Day, with a special 'Yoga Sangam' programme, covering every district of the country. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Encontre voos low-cost Voos | Anúncios de Pesquisa Saiba Mais Undo Yogi recently said in a meeting with \AYUSH department that yoga was not just an exercise, but a way of life that promoted physical, mental and spiritual well-being. He added that yoga helped improve lifestyle, increased ability to fight diseases and brought harmony and peace to society. On Jun 21, prize and certificate distribution ceremony will be held. From June 1, awareness programmes will be broadcast on TV and Doordarshan by AYUSH doctors and yoga experts.


Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Yoga sessions to be held at over 4,000 locations in U.P. on Int'l Yoga Day
Yoga sessions will be conducted at 4,000 locations across the state on June 21 to mark the International Yoga Day, said the state government in a press statement on Sunday. In the run up to the day, Yoga Week will commence from June 15 during which various programmes will be conducted at the district, tehsil, block, and village panchayat levels. These include mass yoga sessions, seminars, workshops, symposiums, speech competitions, rangoli contests, essay writing, and slogan competitions to raise awareness and encourage public participation. As part of the nationwide celebration, mass yoga demonstrations will take place at 1,00,000 locations across the country, with 4,075 in Uttar Pradesh following the Common Yoga Protocol on June 21, said the press statement. Principal secretary AYUSH, Ranjan Kumar, said 5,000 trained yoga instructors have been prepared to promote yoga across the state. These trainers will lead yoga sessions in different parts of Uttar Pradesh. Principals and managers of AYUSH colleges have formed various committees to ensure the successful organisation of Yoga Week. Through these committees, yoga-related programmes will also be held in medical, vocational, and other educational institutions. On the occasion, a large-scale yoga demonstration will be held simultaneously across the entire state. To commemorate the completion of 10 years of International Yoga Day, a special 'Yoga Sangam' programme will also be organised, covering every district of the country. At least 1,000 yoga parks will be established across India through local bodies. Three parks have been identified in districts with divisional headquarters, and two each in other districts. These parks will be developed with the help of the Urban Development Department. Local municipalities and panchayats will also support the initiative so that more people can benefit from practicing yoga. A new initiative is being started by connecting yoga with environmental protection. Along with yoga practice at natural locations, tree plantation and cleanliness drives will be carried out. Under this plan, yoga sessions and plantation programmes will be held near 'Amrit Sarovars' (rejuvenated water bodies). Yoga sessions and cleanliness drives will also be organised at major rivers, lakes, and parks across the state. On the final day of Yoga Week on June 21, a prize distribution and certificate ceremony will be organised.


The Hindu
27-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Mass demonstration marks countdown to international yoga day
Yoga is the free health insurance that increases immunity, reduces stress and promotes health and happiness in its practitioners, Union Minister of State (Independent charge) for Ayush and MoS for Health Prataprao Jadhav said on Tuesday. Opening the 'Yoga Mahotsav' at Gandhi Thidal to mark the 25-day countdown to the celebration of International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025, Mr. Jadhav said yoga was a priceless gift from the ancient Indian tradition that transcends the boundaries of age, gender, and background. 'It is a universal language of peace and harmony. By embracing yoga, we honour our own heritage and contribute to a healthier, happier, and more united world,' he said. Highlighting the transformative power of yoga and its relevance in promoting physical and mental well-being, the Minister pointed out that since the United Nations recognised June 21 as International Day of Yoga in 2014, millions of enthusiasts from over 170 countries across continents have started practising yoga. As the yoga journey continues past the 10th year, the message of yoga as an important need of the present day and an integral part of a healthy future was being shared this year from the historic land of Puducherry, 'the workplace' of Sri Aurobindo who was an embodiment of the eternal values of Indian culture, the Minister said. Noting that the theme of 'Yoga Mahotsav' chosen by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' he exhorted the-over 6,000 participants to take the pledge to make yoga a part of their daily life and inspire others to do the same. Speaking on the occasion, Lt. Governor K. Kailashnathan, said yoga has been included in the educational curriculum in several countries. Yoga has been well-received in government offices, private companies, and defence sectors, he added. Chief Minister N. Rangasamy said Puducherry stands as a global destination for inner peace and spiritual pursuit, inspiring people across the world to live with awareness, balance, and a spirit of service, which reflect the core principles of yoga. Among those who participated were Speaker R. Selvam, Public Works Minister K. Lakshminarayanan, S. Selvaganabathy, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), V. Vaithilingam, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha, Monalisa Dash, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Sharat Chauhan, Chief Secretary, Jayanta Kumar Ray, Health Secretary and R. Sridharan, Director of Ayush, Puducherry. Yoga demonstrators from the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, (MDNIY), Ministry of Ayush, led by its Director Kashinath Samagandi, and assistant professor Lakshmi Kandan, presented a live demonstration of the Common Yoga Protocol. The 11th edition of IDY will feature 10 unique signature events, including the 'Yoga Sangam', a synchronised yoga demonstration at 1,00,000 locations, 'Yoga Bandha', global exchange programmes and knowledge sessions, 'Yoga Parks', for long-term community engagement and 'Yoga Samavesh', special sessions for the differently-abled, senior citizens, children, and marginalised groups.