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From INS Vikrant carrier to Siachen Glacier: International Yoga Day celebrated with gusto in India

Recognising its universal appeal, in December 2014, the UN proclaimed June 21 as the International Day of Yoga. The draft UNGA resolution establishing the International Day of Yoga was proposed by India and endorsed by a record 175 member states. The proposal was first introduced by Prime Minister Modi in his address during the opening of the 69th session of the UN General Assembly.

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The UN underlined that Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word ‘yoga’ is derived from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolising the union of body and consciousness. Today it is practised in various forms around the world and continues to grow in popularity.
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The UN underlined that Yoga is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that originated in India. The word ‘yoga’ is derived from Sanskrit and means to join or to unite, symbolising the union of body and consciousness. Today it is practised in various forms around the world and continues to grow in popularity.

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Students perform yoga on the premises of Victoria Memorial on the International Day of Yoga in Calcutta. The first International Day of Yoga was commemorated in 2015 and has since then been marked with several sessions and events highlighting the benefits and universal appeal of Yoga at the UN, Times Square and iconic locations across the world.
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Students perform yoga on the premises of Victoria Memorial on the International Day of Yoga in Calcutta. The first International Day of Yoga was commemorated in 2015 and has since then been marked with several sessions and events highlighting the benefits and universal appeal of Yoga at the UN, Times Square and iconic locations across the world.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh with others performs yoga on the International Day of Yoga onboard INS Vikrant, in Kochi.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh with others performs yoga on the International Day of Yoga onboard INS Vikrant, in Kochi.

People perform yoga to celebrate the International Day of Yoga, at Marine Drive in Mumbai.
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People perform yoga to celebrate the International Day of Yoga, at Marine Drive in Mumbai.

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People perform yoga on the International Day of Yoga, at Lodhi Gardens in New Delhi.
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People perform yoga on the International Day of Yoga, at Lodhi Gardens in New Delhi.

Army personnel perform yoga on the International Day of Yoga, at Siachen Glacier.
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Army personnel perform yoga on the International Day of Yoga, at Siachen Glacier.

Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and others perform yoga during a session on the International Day of Yoga, at the Attari - Wagah border near Amritsar.
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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel and others perform yoga during a session on the International Day of Yoga, at the Attari - Wagah border near Amritsar.

Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha officials perform yoga during a session on the International Day of Yoga, at the Parliament House complex in New Delhi.
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Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha officials perform yoga during a session on the International Day of Yoga, at the Parliament House complex in New Delhi.

People perform yoga on the International Day of Yoga onboard paddle steamer PS Bhopal in Calcutta.
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People perform yoga on the International Day of Yoga onboard paddle steamer PS Bhopal in Calcutta.

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