Devdiscourse News Desk| New York
The first International Day of Yoga was observed on June 21, 2015, in 192 of 193 member countries of the UNO. This year, the celebrations for the fifth International Day of Yoga will formally start today at 5 pm at the United Nations in New York with the celebration of 'Yoga with Guru'. On June 21, the United Nations will also host a panel discussion on Climate Action, which is the theme for International Day of Yoga 2019.
Yoga is regarded as India's gift to the world for 'Good Health and Well Being' which has been included as Global Goal 3 in the Sustainable Development Goals set up by the United Nations in 2015 for the year 2030. Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India and spread throughout the world. The word 'yoga' has been derived from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness. India's proposal for the International Day of Yoga in the UNGA was cosponsored by an all-time record of 177 nations. Besides, 192 member nations of the UNO, the Yoga is also celebrated in Palestine and Holy See.
A large number of people, including the representatives of Dutch armed forces, gathered in front of the Royal Palace on the prestigious Dam Square in Amsterdam on Sunday to participate in the largest ever yoga celebrations in the Netherlands. The event was inaugurated by the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Jai Ram Thakur. Himachal Industries Minister Bikram Singh, India's Ambassador to the Netherlands Venu Rajamony, cricketer Suresh Raina, Dutch actor, model and photographer Micky Hoogendijk, among others, took part in the opening ceremony.
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