Yoga, which has gained significant global acceptance since the establishment of the International Day of Yoga by the United Nations in 2015, continues to be a vital tool for enhancing well-being worldwide, Union Health Minister JP Nadda said on Saturday here.
Addressing the yoga enthusiasts gathered to participate in a mass yoga demonstration to celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga at Kartavya Path here, Nadda credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and initiative for the global recognition and adoption of yoga.
Nadda also highlighted the growing importance of yoga in today’s world. He emphasised that yoga not only contributes to improved health but also leads to a more fulfilling life by balancing the physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions of the body. “It is a moment of pride that people from all walks of life have gathered here today to celebrate this Indian knowledge system,” he said.
In a message shared on the social media platform X, Nadda wrote: “Today, on the occasion of the 11th ‘International Yoga Day’, I practiced yoga with our yoga-loving brothers and sisters at Kartavya Path in New Delhi. Yoga ensures a happy and better life by providing balance and health to all three dimensions of our body – physical, mental, and spiritual. It has gained global recognition due to the efforts of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji, and as a result, millions worldwide are now adopting yoga in their daily lives.”
