Press Release - Embassy of India celebrates the 10th International Day of Yoga 

The Embassy of India organized its 10^th International Day of Yoga celebration at the picturesque Wharf, overlooking the Potomac River in Washington D.C.

2.    Beginning with Indian classical dance performances invoking prayers for learning, the Yoga session highlighted the spirit of oneness and harmony inspired by the ancient Indian practice of Yoga. Under this year’s theme of "Yoga for Self and Society” emphasizing the need for holistic and balanced living, the program included elements to popularize inclusion of millets and environment friendly products and practices in daily life.

3.   Addressing the event, Charge d’affaires Ambassador Sripriya Ranganathan recalled that recognizing Yoga’s universal appeal, ten years ago, on 11 December 2014, the United Nations proclaimed 21 June as the International Day of Yoga. The draft resolution establishing the International Day of Yoga was proposed by India and endorsed by a record 175 member states. She noted that since its inception in the Indus Valley Civilization, the timeless practice of Yoga has travelled far and wide and now hundreds of million people around the world still practice Yoga, after nearly 5000 years. She also expanded on this year’s theme, noting that Yoga illuminates the path to create harmony and balance that creates a brighter future for society.

4. In the run up to IDY 2024, several curtain raiser events have been organized by the Embassy and Consulates across the United States of America with the active participation and support of numerous community organizations and Yoga enthusiasts.

Washington, DC
June 19, 2024

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