The 12th International Day of Yoga unfolded across more than 190 countries on June 21, with mass sessions, diplomatic gatherings, and cultural celebrations. This year's theme, "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," shaped events around the world with a focus on mobility, mental well-being, and preventive health across all age groups.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nationwide celebrations from the iconic Red Road in Kolkata, highlighting yoga as a unifying force for preventive healthcare and active, long living across all age groups. GLIMPSES...
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From graceful individual postures to energetic group displays - over 500 enthusiastic participants gathered at Victoria Square in Birmingham, UK, to celebrate Yoga Day. (Photo courtesy: X@CGI_Bghm)
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The High Commission of India in Ottawa celebrated the day at Parliament Hill. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation and it included the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), pranayama, and meditation sessions. (Photo courtesy: X@HCI_Ottawa)
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Yoga Day was celebrated with smiles and cheers at the Old Parliament House in Canberra - a reminder that yoga is not just exercise—it is a way of life that nurtures both body and mind. (Photo courtesy: X@HCICanberra)
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The event in Norway brought together Yoga practitioners, wellness enthusiasts, and members of the Indian and Norwegian communities in a vibrant celebration of health, harmony, and holistic well-being. (Photo courtesy: X@IndiainNorway)
