India Gears Up for Global Yoga Day with Massive Preparations
As the 11th International Day of Yoga nears, cities across India are ramping up preparations. Events in Prayagraj and Visakhapatnam highlight the extensive efforts to promote yoga as an everyday practice. Officials in Andhra Pradesh focus on mass participation and infrastructure readiness, aiming for a transformative wellness initiative.
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Preparations for the 11th International Day of Yoga, set for June 21, are in full swing across India. In Prayagraj, a yoga session at Chandra Shekhar Azad Park saw participants engaging in various poses, an initiative led by the district administration.
Prominent voices, including Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Vasudev Devnani, have underscored the health benefits of yoga, urging its incorporation into daily routines. Devnani expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for elevating yoga's global status, speaking after a yoga rehearsal at the Rajasthan Assembly.
In a strategic move, Visakhapatnam was chosen as this year's national venue. Senior officials from the Ministry of Ayush and Andhra Pradesh Government conducted meticulous inspections at key sites like RK Beach and Andhra University. The initiative aligns with plans for massive public engagement and infrastructure improvement, resonating with PM Modi's vision for yoga as a unifying force.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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