Mass Participation Marks 12th International Yoga Day Across the Region
The 12th edition of the International Day of Yoga on Sunday drew large crowds from all walks of life, who participated in yoga sessions organised at schools, colleges, parks, government institutions and public venues across the Chandigarh region. People gathered early in the morning to perform asanas and breathing exercises, highlighting the importance of physical fitness, mental well-being and holistic health.
Senior Officials and Dignitaries Lead by Example
Punjab Governor and UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria, along with senior officials, performed yoga at Tiranga Park in Chandigarh. Judges of the Punjab and Haryana High Court also joined the sessions, demonstrating the widespread appeal of the event. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini participated in a mass yoga session at the Parade Ground in Panchkula, emphasising the government's commitment to promoting wellness.
Yoga at Educational Institutions and Public Venues
BJP national president Nitin Nabin, along with Chancellor of Lovely Professional University and Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Mittal, took part in an International Yoga Day session at the university campus. The event at LPU saw enthusiastic participation from students and faculty. Senior faculty, employees and patient attendants also performed yoga at the PGI sports ground in Chandigarh, showcasing the integration of yoga into healthcare settings.
Community Events Draw Enthusiastic Participants
In Ludhiana, yoga enthusiasts participated in a mass yoga session, as captured by Tribune Photo: Himanshu Mahajan. Residents performed yoga in a session organised by the Bharatiya Yog Sansthan on International Yoga Day at Company Bagh in Amritsar on Sunday, according to Tribune Photo: Vishal Kumar. These community-led events underscored the grassroots enthusiasm for yoga across the region.
Yoga's Role in Promoting Holistic Health
The day's events highlighted yoga's benefits for physical fitness, mental clarity and overall well-being. Participants of all ages engaged in various asanas and pranayama techniques, reinforcing yoga's role as a tool for stress relief and health maintenance. The large turnout across multiple cities indicates a growing awareness of holistic health practices in the region.
