India Unites For 12th International Yoga Day With Historic Red Road Celebration

The Ministry of Ayush has invited citizens across the country to participate in the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations on June 21, calling it a "historic celebration of health, harmony and India's timeless yoga tradition." In an official statement issued on Saturday, the ministry encouraged people from all walks of life to join the nationwide observance and practise the Common Yoga Protocol at designated venues.

According to the ministry, Yoga Day events will be organised across 23 states and Union Territories, with several special programmes planned at prominent public locations in Delhi. Participants can take part in yoga sessions at parks, sports complexes, heritage sites and community spaces across the National Capital Region, while organisations, institutions and local communities have also been urged to join the celebrations.

Union Minister of State for Ayush Prataprao Jadhav said the main event will be held at Kolkata's historic Red Road under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said the occasion will bring together people from across the country to perform the Common Yoga Protocol and reinforce India's message of health, harmony and well-being through the practice of yoga.

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The Ministry of Culture is also set to organise special International Day of Yoga events at 100 iconic locations nationwide. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) will host programmes at historic monuments and heritage sites, highlighting the connection between India's ancient yoga tradition and its rich civilisational legacy.

The Ministry of Ayush has encouraged citizens to arrive early at their nearest yoga venue and participate enthusiastically in the celebrations, describing the initiative as a reflection of Jan Bhagidari and India's continued commitment to promoting yoga as a tool for physical, mental and spiritual well-being across the world.

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