Political figures, yoga professionals, diplomats, and regular citizens are all actively preparing for International Yoga Day, which is scheduled for tomorrow. They are coming together to commemorate the ancient Indian practice that has developed into a global wellness trend.

Under the subject “Yoga for Healthy Aging,” this year’s International Day of Yoga is being celebrated with a focus on yoga’s role in helping individuals live more active, satisfying, and healthier lives.

Before the national celebrations on June 21, Saturday saw the organization of large-scale yoga events and awareness campaigns throughout the nation, from Kolkata and Hyderabad to Jodhpur and New Delhi.

Nationally, 778 districts in all States and Union Territories are now covered by the initiative.

According to ministry statistics, over 3. 22 lakh government agencies, approximately two lakh educational institutions, over 16,000 private enterprises, more than 5,000 non-governmental organisations, and around 44,000 entities from other categories have registered on the site.

Rajasthan, with approximately 1. 50 lakh registrations, and West Bengal, with more than 2. 76 lakh registered organizations, have the highest levels of involvement among the states.

Professor Kashinath Samagandi, Director of the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would do yoga with thousands of participants in Kolkata, the location of the primary International Yoga Day event.

Sitting with the general public, the Prime Minister will practice yoga. In addition, the governor, the chief minister, and the Minister of Union Ayush will attend. According to him, the event will be attended by MPs, MLAs, municipal government representatives, and a number of other notables.

The event, according to Prof. Samagandi, would adhere to the Common Yoga Protocol, which has been regularly observed for the previous twelve years. The show will run from 6:30 AM to 7:00 AM and include nine yoga asanas, five pranayama sessions, and meditation sessions, according to him.

In Hyderabad, BJP official Prakash Reddy stressed the global recognition of yoga and said that Prime Minister Modi’s vision was crucial in gaining support for Yoga Day at the United Nations.

Yoga is a universal treatment for many diseases, according to Prime Minister Modi, who stated this twelve years ago. He stated that in line with this vision, India proposed International Yoga Day to the United Nations, where member countries offered overwhelming backing, resulting in the adoption of a global resolution.

In Mumbai, BJP Minority Morcha President Wasim Khan conveyed an important message of inclusivity, stating that yoga had overcome obstacles related to religion, caste, and community.

Yoga has been elevated to a global health movement by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. No one community or faith is exclusive to yoga. Khan stated that it has now spread to every household and is practiced year-round for physical and mental health.

To participate in Yoga Day celebrations in Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu accompanied well-known yoga instructor Baba Ramdev at Amaravati’s Undavalli Caves.

In Jaipur, at his official home, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma did yoga and said that yoga is the cornerstone of a balanced lifestyle, mental calm, and physical power. In addition, he urged the populace to take part in the Yoga Day events being organized all throughout the state.

According to Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Hyderabad has maintained the custom of holding a 24-hour countdown event before International Yoga Day for the past seven years, attracting distinguished people and yoga fans.

Under the direction of Rajya Sabha MP Rajendra Gehlot, Jodhpur also had a big turnout for a yoga session held at Gaushala Ground. Different yoga exercises were practiced by public officials, members of the government, police personnel, and locals. Gehlot stated that yoga, formerly considered India’s historic legacy, is currently being adopted throughout the globe with exceptional eagerness.

Additionally, the Embassy of the Russian Federation in New Delhi collaborated with Life Yoga to host a special yoga session, adding an international element to the festivities.

The gathering brought together community members and diplomats to advocate for wellness and deepen the cultural links and interpersonal relationships between India and Russia.