The International Day of Yoga has been celebrated across the world annually on June 21 since 2015, following its inception in the United Nations General Assembly in 2014.
This year for the 9th annual International Yoga Day, the theme for 2023 is 'Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' meaning ‘One Earth, One Family, and One Future.’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spearheaded the festivities at the United Nations (UN) headquarters, graced by delegates from over 180 nations.
The Permanent Mission of India to the UN, in collaboration with the UN Secretariat, organized the 9th International Day of Yoga at the North Lawn area of UN Headquarters, under the theme "Yoga for Vasudhaiv Kutumbakam" (Yoga for 'The World is One Family').
Yoga Day in Barbados
The High Commission of India to Barbados collaborated with the Barbados Olympic Association to celebrate the International Day of Yoga at the Barbados Community College. The event was organised by Mrs. Padma Mythili Nanduri who opened the event by reading letters from the High Commissioner and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Ms. Vaneisha Cadogan from the Barbados Olympic Association also spoke about the significance of the day and looking forward to further collaboration.
The morning yoga session was led by Mr. Dipesh Panicker and a mind yoga (meditation) session was led by Dr. Myrna Belgrave of the Raja Yoga Centre. Afterward, healthy snacks and water were given to each participant.
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