Yoga Day 2023: Uniting Minds and Bodies in Punjab

The 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) saw resounding celebrations across Punjab and Union Territory Chandigarh on Saturday. Events were organized to mark the occasion, drawing participation from political leaders, dignitaries, and the public.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann encouraged daily yoga practice, stressing its role in physical and mental wellness. In Chandigarh, Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria noted yoga's evolution into a people's movement in India, emphasizing its capacity to empower individuals and communities.

Notable celebrations included the BSF troops' participation and a record-setting yoga session by Dr. B R Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences. Figures like Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu and Punjab Cabinet Minister Aman Arora underlined yoga's global stature and health benefits.

(With inputs from agencies.)