A crowd of 5000 will gather in Delhi, PM Modi will lead from America… What are the preparations for Yoga Day to be held on 21st June?

What is the history of International Yoga Day?

Yoga Day is celebrated every year on 21 June since the Modi government came to power in 2014. PM Modi himself proposed Yoga Day in the 69th United Nations General Assembly. On 11 December 2014, all 193 members of the UN agreed to this proposal. As soon as this proposal was accepted, it was decided that 21 June would be celebrated as International Yoga Day. The first International Yoga Day was held on 21 June 2015.

What is the significance of International Yoga Day?

The importance of Yoga Day is to promote yoga among people so that they remain mentally and physically healthy. In today's era, not only the elderly but also the youth are suffering from many diseases. In such a situation, this is a good effort to keep people healthy. Not only this, through this the mental and physical health of people can also improve.

Reasons to celebrate International Yoga Day

Yoga was discovered in India many years ago. Then the sages understood its importance and propagated it. Doing yoga will not only give you physical peace but it will also prove helpful in reducing your stress and anxiety. The reason for celebrating Yoga Day is also to tell people that doing it provides many benefits to the body.