Punjab Embraces Yoga as Global Wellness Movement Gains Momentum

The 11th International Day of Yoga was celebrated with great fervor across Punjab and Chandigarh, as numerous events marked the occasion. Political leaders, including Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, took the lead in urging citizens to integrate yoga into their everyday routines for enhanced physical and mental well-being.

In a bold push for wellness, the Punjab government, under the 'CM di Yogshala' initiative, offers free yoga classes throughout the state. Punjab Cabinet Minister Aman Arora highlighted the program's significance while participating in a Sangrur event, calling on residents to capitalize on the free sessions for a healthier lifestyle.

The celebration extended to Chandigarh's Sukhna Lake, where Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu praised India's ancient tradition becoming a global wellness brand. Across the regions, state officials emphasized yoga's critical role in combating modern stress and diseases, with an impressive daily turnout of over 2.15 lakh participants in Punjab's initiatives.

(With inputs from agencies.)