World Yogasana Championship: A New Era for Competitive Yoga

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first World Yogasana Sports Championship in Ahmedabad, marking a significant moment as yoga gains a new identity in the competitive sports arena. The event, launched ahead of World Yoga Day, aims to inspire global participation in yoga, enhancing health and well-being worldwide.

In a landmark moment for the world of sports, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared the first World Yogasana Sports Championship open on Thursday through a video conference. Held in Ahmedabad, this event transforms Yogasana into a recognized competitive sport, and Modi emphasized its potential to rejuvenate yoga’s global image.

The championship comes just days before World Yoga Day, further cementing India's position as a central figure in the global push for health and wellness through yoga. Modi heartily welcomed participating athletes from around the globe to Ahmedabad, a UNESCO World Heritage City, underscoring the pride and cultural significance of hosting such an event in India.

The World Yogasana Championship, combined with the forthcoming World Yoga Day celebrations on June 21, represents a 'double dose' of yoga-focused wellness activities. Modi urged athletes to take the message of Yoga back to their countries, becoming ambassadors of the 'Yoga 365' initiative launched by the AYUSH Ministry, promoting daily yoga practice worldwide.

Reflecting on India's initiative for World Yoga Day, Prime Minister Modi highlighted its origins as a proposal to the UN, aiming to connect an ancient Indian practice with global health and well-being. With widespread support and practice now, this championship marks a new phase where yoga stands ready to be recognized on platforms such as the Olympics.