Countdown to International Day of Yoga 2024

Summary and Important Points:

• Event Overview: Over 5000 yoga enthusiasts will participate in the 75th day countdown to International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2024, scheduled for April 7, 2024, at Wadia College Sports Ground, Pune (Maharashtra).
  

• Participants: The event will include Gram Pradhans, Anganwadi and Asha Workers, Self Help Groups, Ayush Health & Wellness Centres, RWAs, Women Welfare Organisations, School Children, among others
  

• Focus on Holistic Health: The Yoga Mahotsav aims to promote yoga for health and well-being at both national and international levels, emphasizing its power for holistic health.
  

• World Health Day: The 75th day countdown event coincides with World Health Day, enhancing its significance.
  

• Organizers: Jointly organized by Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga and National Institute of Naturopathy (NIN), Ministry of Ayush, Government of India.
  

• Common Yoga Protocol (CYP): Central to the event, CYP includes daily yoga practices for flexibility, strength, balance, and harmony.
  

Additional Information to Remember:

• International Day of Yoga: Celebrated annually on June 21 to spread awareness about the benefits of yoga.
  

• 100 Days Countdown: A campaign titled '100 days, 100 cities, and 100 organizations' to promote yoga leading up to the 10th IDY.
  

• Mass Yoga Demonstrations: As part of the countdown, mass yoga demonstrations/sessions are being organized across the country.
  

• Supporting Organizations: Indian Yoga Association and its Maharashtra State Chapter are supporting the 75th day countdown event.
  

Keywords to Remember:

• Yoga Mahotsav: A festival celebrating yoga, emphasizing its contribution to health and wellness.
  

• Holistic Health: An approach to health that considers the complete person, both physically and mentally.
  

• Common Yoga Protocol (CYP): A comprehensive yoga routine designed by experts to maximize the health benefits of yoga practices.
  

• International Day of Yoga (IDY): An international event that recognizes the global impact of yoga on health and well-being. Link to Article : Press Information Bureau (pib.gov.in) Released On : 05 April 2024