International Yoga Day 2024: May-Elin Stener, the Norwegian ambassador to India, described yoga as one of India’s greatest gifts to the world, concurring with Prime Minister Narendra Modi that it brings people from all over the world together. On June 21, which is International Day of Yoga, she made a comment in response to a tweet made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi online. She also posted photos and a video of herself doing yoga.
Yoga’s Universal Appeal
Yoga has brought people from all walks of life together and has overcome national and cultural barriers, as PM Modi said on X. “In ten days from now, the world will mark the 10th International Day of Yoga, celebrating a timeless practice that celebrates oneness and harmony. Yoga has transcended cultural and geographical boundaries, uniting millions across the globe in the pursuit of holistic well-being,” his post read.
PM Modi Encourages Daily Yoga Practice
PM Modi urged people to reaffirm their dedication to include yoga into their daily lives on Tuesday. He also uploaded a series of movies that demonstrated several “Asanas” on X and discussed their advantages.
In a series of posts on X, he stated, “As Yoga Day approaches, I am sharing a set of videos that will offer guidance on various Asanas and their benefits. I hope this inspires you all to practice Yoga regularly.”
“As we approach this year’s Yoga Day, it is essential to reiterate our commitment to making Yoga an integral part of our lives and also encouraging others to make it a part of theirs. Yoga offers a sanctuary of calm, enabling us to navigate life’s challenges with calm and fortitude,” PM Modi posted on X.
How International Yoga Day Became a Global Phenomenon
Since 2015, June 21 has been the global date of the International Day of Yoga, which was officially declared in 2014 by the UN General Assembly in response to PM Modi’s initiative to honor the traditional Indian exercise regimen.
Since June 21 is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and has particular meaning for many people worldwide, PM Modi suggested it be the date of International Yoga Day in his 2014 speech to the UNGA.
On the lawns of the UN headquarters in New York, PM Modi conducted a unique yoga practice in 2023 to commemorate the ninth International Day of Yoga. Due to the yoga session’s ability to bring together practitioners of most nationalities, it has been inducted into the Guinness Book of World Records.
