Updated On: 21 June, 2024 06:32 PM IST | Editor
Celebrating International Day of Yoga, Indians across different cities united in yoga practice. Check out our curated images showcasing this nationwide union. Image courtesy: PTI

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Mumbai: Indian Navy personnel perform yoga on a ship to mark the yoga day. International Yoga Day, celebrated on June 21st each year, aims to raise awareness about the benefits of yoga and promote global harmony and peace
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Raisen: Women take part in a mass yoga session organised to mark the 10th International Day of Yoga at thke UNESCO site Bhimbetka, in Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh

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Indian Army soldiers take part in a mass yoga session at an undisclosed location. The United Nations declared June 21st as International Yoga Day in 2014, following a proposal by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
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Agra: CISF personnel perform Yoga near the Taj Mahal. This day is celebrated worldwide with yoga sessions, workshops and cultural performances organised in various countries

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Mysuru: People unite to perform yoga at Mysore Palace. Each year, International Yoga Day has a specific theme set by the United Nations to focus on various aspects of yoga and its relevance
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Jaipur: Border Security Force (BSF) personnel perform yoga. Yoga is known for promoting physical and mental well-being, improving flexibility, strength and reducing stress

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Chamoli: ITBP personnel and others perform yoga at Badrinath Temple, in Chamoli district. Yoga has its roots in ancient Indian philosophy and is integral to Indian culture and spirituality
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New Delhi: Sportspersons perform yoga on the Yamuna river at Sonia Vihar. Communities, schools and organistions worldwide participated in yoga sessions to commemorate the day

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Thiruvananthapuram: An aerial view of people performing yoga. International Yoga Day highlights the universality of yoga as a holistic approach to health and well-being beyond cultural and linguistic barriers
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Mumbai: Indian Navy personnel perform yoga on a ship. The day also serves as a platform for advocating for greater accessibility to yoga and its benefits across different communities globally
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