Recognizing the universal appeal of Yoga, owing to its demonstrated benefits for health and towards stress relief, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed 21st June as the International Day of Yoga (IDY) on 11th December 2014. On the occasion of International Yoga Day 2023, schools across India have taken this opportunity to make students and parents aware about the rewards that Yoga offers for health and well-being.
Let’s have a look at the vibrant International Day of Yoga celebrations at Vels Global School, New Town, Kolkata
The practice of YOGA brings joy, health, peace from within and deepens a sense of connection between an individual’s inner consciousness and the external world. Recognising its universal appeal, on 11 December 2014, the United Nations proclaimed 21 June as the INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA.
This year the theme for International Yoga Day is “Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. ”It is celebrated every year to promote the numerous benefits of practicing Yoga. This day serves as a platform to raise awareness about the holistic approach to well- being that Yoga offers. This idea was proposed by honourable Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi.
International Yoga Day is celebrated by the students and teachers at VELS GLOOBAL SCHOOL, NEWTOWN with great enthusiasm. Students of Grades III to X demonstrated various Yoga asanas like Bhujangasana, Ustrasana, Hastapadasana, Salabhasana, etc. The students were taught the importance of Yoga in their life and how to maintain the harmony between body and mind by our Yoga instructor. The students promised to introduce this activity in daily lives.
International Yoga Day celebration ended with huge success under the canopy of Vels Global School.
International Day of Yoga Activities at Vels Global School, New Town, Kolkata
