International Day of Yoga
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The International Day of Yoga is a day in recognition of Yoga, that is celebrated across the world annually on June 21, following its adoption by the United Nations in 2014.[1][2] As Yoga exercises have shown immense benefits for physical and mental well-being [3][4], it was considered important by the UN to globally promote this wellness practice, which originated in ancient India.[5][6]
International Day of Yoga | |
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Also called | Yoga Day |
Observed by | Worldwide |
Type | International |
Significance | Official United Nations promotion of global health, harmony and peace |
Celebrations | Yoga |
Date | 21 June |
Next time | 21 June 2024 (2024-06-21) |
Frequency | Annual |
First time | 21 June 2015 |
The initiative for "Yoga Day" was taken by India's Prime Minister Modi in his 2014 UN address [2], and the related resolution received broad global support, with 177 nations co-sponsoring it in the United Nations General Assembly, where it passed unanimously.[7] Subsequently, the first International Yoga Day was celebrated successfully on June 21, 2015 across the world including New York, Paris, Beijing, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Seoul and New Delhi.[8]