On the 12th International Day of Yoga, political leaders and the public in Jammu and Kashmir and Bihar highlighted the advantages of yoga, citing its role in promoting mental and physical well-being while reducing stress, addiction, and health issues. BJP leader Ravinder Raina in Jammu and Kashmir stressed the importance of yoga in maintaining a healthy body and a positive mindset, urging regular practice for overall well-being.
International Yoga Day was celebrated globally with fervor, with Prime Minister Modi advocating for the integration of yoga into daily routines to enhance mental and physical health. BJP MP Jugal Kishore Sharma commended PM Modi’s efforts in popularizing yoga, emphasizing the link between individual health and national well-being.
Participants and instructors alike extolled the virtues of yoga, emphasizing its role in improving lung health, concentration, and overall fitness. Notably, a swimming instructor in Jammu highlighted the benefits of ‘water yoga’ as a vital activity for individuals of all ages, underscoring the flexibility and accessibility of yoga practices.
In Bihar, political figures underscored the significance of yoga in daily life, with Health Minister Nishant Kumar advocating for the inclusion of yoga in school curricula. Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh emphasized the purification of the mind through yoga, promoting positive thinking and personal growth. Union Minister Giriraj Singh in Muzaffarpur urged people to embrace yoga as a daily practice for holistic well-being.
