Yoga Day Celebration: India's Gift of Wellness

On Saturday, union ministers, bureaucrats, and leaders from India Inc came together to champion yoga as part of a lifestyle, calling it a 'precious gift from India' that offers a path of discipline, resilience, and self-discovery. Celebrations marked the International Day of Yoga with sessions held nationwide.

Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted yoga's longstanding significance in India, while efforts by PM Modi have expanded its global appeal. Meanwhile, exploration of yoga's benefits was evidenced by industrial leaders such as Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal, who emphasized the need for presence over distraction.

From government officials at IT ministry headquarters to public figures like Sangita Reddy and Naveen Jindal, many reiterated the importance of yoga as a practice for holistic well-being. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan shared a personal story of recovery through yoga, underscoring its transformative power. Across India, large-scale events embraced the theme of unity and health through yoga.

(With inputs from agencies.)