Highlights
- International Yoga Day is celebrated on the longest day in Northern Hemisphere every year
- Yoga has been practiced since ancient times in India
- This invaluable ancient tradition was practiced in the virtual mode in 2021.
You must’ve heard a lot about the importance and benefits of Yoga over the past few years. What better time to try it out than on International Yoga Day, which is celebrated on the 21st of June every year, the longest day in the Northern Hemisphere. Whether you’re an experienced Yoga practitioner or a newbie who is trying out the basic postures, Yoga is for everyone. Let us explore some of the benefits of yoga and how this day came into observance.
History Of International Yoga Day
This day was promoted by current Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During his speech on 27th September 2014 at the United Nations General Assembly(UNGA), he proposed this idea. The draft resolution was presented by India’s Permanent Representative to the UN. When the UN resolution was adopted, several leaders of the Indian spiritual movement voiced their support. In 2015, RBI issued a ten rupees coin in honor of International Yoga Day. UN Postal Administration (UNPA) issued 10 stamps depicting various Asanas on a single sheet in recognition of the International Day of Yoga in April 2017.
First Observance
The first International Yoga Day was celebrated around the world on 21 June 2015. On that day, 21 asanas were performed for 35 minutes in New Delhi, India, by the PM and his dignitaries.
Theme Of Year 2021
This time, the day is being celebrated virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The aim of Yoga is to promote physical and mental well-being. Yoga is also playing a significant role in the rehabilitation of COVID-19 patients in quarantine. It is particularly helpful in controlling their fears and anxiety. The theme for this year’s International Yoga Day is “Yoga for well-being”. The World Health Organization(WHO) has also asked its member states to practice yoga. WHO has also incorporated it in its Global Action Plan for Physical Activity 2018 – 2030.
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How To Celebrate International Yoga Day 2021
It is advised to commemorate this day indoors due to the ongoing pandemic. You can celebrate this day in some interesting ways to keep you more engaged:
- Participate in the virtual event of the Permanent Mission of India to the UN and practice asanas.
- Take part in the music and meditation event organized by the Consulate of India in Houston via Zoom link or YouTube.
- If anything in the above does not suit you, schedule a session according to your convenience with an online yoga class and learn a new Yogasana.
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The main thing needed to live in this world is health. So maintain your health properly, and always keep your focus on being happy!
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