Today, June 21, International Yoga Day is being celebrated all over the world. The purpose of celebrating this day is to spread awareness and inspire about the benefits of yoga. Let us know the history, importance and what is the theme of this year’s Yoga Day.
International Yoga Day is celebrated every year on 21st June. This year is the eighth year of International Yoga Day. Along with India, the whole world is now accepting the power of yoga. It is advisable to do yoga to keep the body healthy. Along with your body, yoga is also good for your mental health.
International Yoga Day 2022 Theme: What is the theme of this time?
International Yoga Day i.e. International Yoga Day is being celebrated all over the world today (Tuesday), June 21. This time the theme of Yoga Day is ‘Yoga for Humanity’. This year the theme of Yoga Day was kept in view of the impact of Corona on the world. The corona pandemic has affected not only the body but also the mental health. Due to Corona, people also had to face psychological and mental problems like anxiety, depression. Which is the biggest challenge for humanity at this time. Therefore, the support of yoga should be taken for the sake of humanity.
History of International Yoga Day: How did Yoga Day start?
Yoga has a long history in India. But the history of International Yoga Day is not very old. In the year 2014, PM Narendra Modi took the initiative in the United Nations General Assembly. On 11 December 2014, the United Nations General Assembly passed this resolution with an absolute majority. Out of 193 member countries, 177 members approved the proposal to celebrate June 21 as International Yoga Day by voice vote.
When was the first International Yoga Day celebrated?
After the approval of the United Nations General Assembly, on 21 June 2015, International Yoga Day was organized in a grand manner all over the world. Under the leadership of PM Modi, more than 35 thousand people and representatives of 84 countries did 21 asanas of yoga at Rajpath in Delhi.
International Yoga Day: Why is it celebrated only on 21st June?
June 21 is the longest day of the Northern Hemisphere, also known as the summer solstice. According to Indian tradition, the sun turns south after the summer solstice. It is believed that the time of Surya Dakshinayan is beneficial for attaining spiritual accomplishments. In view of this, Yoga Day is celebrated every year on 21st June.
Significance of International Yoga Day 2022: What is the importance of Yoga Day?
Yoga is very important for a healthy body and mind. Doing yoga has a positive effect on human life. The purpose of International Yoga Day is to promote the practice of yoga among the people. On this day many programs are organized to promote yoga and inspire people all over the world.
