10th International Yoga Day: Haryana and Punjab Lead with Grand Celebrations

The 10th International Yoga Day was widely celebrated in Haryana and Punjab, including their capital, Chandigarh. Various high-profile events took place, with leaders encouraging the adoption of yoga for better health and well-being. Haryana announced new yoga facilities, while Punjab emphasized regular practice for physical and mental health.

The 10th International Yoga Day saw widespread celebrations across Haryana and Punjab on Friday, with events held in numerous locations, including their shared capital, Chandigarh.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini participated in a state-level event in Hisar, announcing the opening of 100 additional 'Vyayamshalas' for daily yoga practice under professional supervision.

This year's theme, 'Yoga for Self and Society,' was echoed by Punjab Governor-cum-UT Administrator, Banwarilal Purohit, who stressed yoga's importance for health and success at the Rock Garden in Chandigarh.

In Amritsar, BSF personnel performed yoga at the Joint Check Post at Attari, showcasing mesmerizing visuals of their session under Brig Pawan Bajaj's supervision.

Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya highlighted yoga's role in physical and mental fitness during a celebration in Raj Bhavan, urging its daily practice.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, along with Health Minister Balbir Singh, advocated for yoga as a way to maintain energy and fitness, with Singh participating in the event in Hoshiarpur.

The celebrations were a testament to the growing importance of yoga, with leaders emphasizing its benefits for health, productivity, and stress reduction.