India holds curtain raiser events in several countries ahead of International Day of Yoga
Tallinn, May 25
The Embassy of India in Tallinn, Estonia, hosted a curtain raiser Yoga session on Monday ahead of the 12th International Day of Yoga, which is observed worldwide on June 21 every year.
"The journey to the 12th International Day of Yoga has begun!. The Embassy, in collaboration with the local partners in Saaremaa Island, Estonia, hosted a vibrant curtain raiser yoga session, which witnessed enthusiastic participation of local people and community leaders," wrote the Embassy of India in Tallinn on X on Monday.
The High Commission of India in Ghana also organised two yoga sessions at the Presbyterian Cluster of Schools in Osu in partnership with Art of Living Ghana.
Meanwhile, in Bhutan, the Consulate General of India in Phuentsholing visited Samtse College of Education in preparation for the International Day of Yoga.
"Sucheta Chatterjee, Consul General of India in Phuentsholing, made her first visit to Samtse in the lead-up to the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations at Samtse College of Education," the Consulate General of India wrote on X on Monday.
The High Commission of India in Gaborone, Botswana, organised a special yoga session on May 23, where people enthusiastically participated in the event.
"As a curtain-raiser to the International Day of Yoga 2026, a special yoga session was organised at the High Commission of India, Gaborone, on 23 May 2026. Yoga enthusiasts from Gaborone, along with officers of the High Commission, enthusiastically participated in the event, celebrating the spirit of wellness, harmony, and mindfulness," the High Commission wrote on X on Monday.
The National Assembly of Seychelles also hosted a Yoga Session in collaboration with the High Commission of India on May 23.
"The activity formed part of a broader initiative by the High Commission of India to promote the importance and benefits of yoga across Seychelles. The High Commission has been engaging with schools and various entities to raise awareness on yoga as a practice that supports physical health, mental well-being, and cultural exchange," wrote the National Assembly of Seychelles on X on Monday.
The leadership of the National Assembly, namely the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, Leader of the Opposition, Leader of Government Business, Deputy Clerk and other Members of the National Assembly, also participated in the session along with the High Commissioner of India to Seychelles.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Great to see yoga being promoted so widely. I've practiced it for years in Canada and it's helped my flexibility and stress levels tremendously. Those island locations like Saaremaa and Seychelles must be absolutely beautiful settings for yoga sessions! Would love to attend one there someday.
Honestly, while this is good PR, I wish we'd invest more in making yoga accessible in our own villages and slums first. Many rural schools in India don't even have basic facilities, let alone yoga programs. But yes, the global interest is heartening. 🙏
Impressed by the diplomatic reach! India is doing a fantastic job soft-launching cultural diplomacy. The fact that the National Assembly of Seychelles - including the Speaker and Leader of Opposition - participated together in yoga shows how it transcends politics. Namaste! 🌞
My grandmother used to do surya namaskar every morning at 5am. She'd be so happy to see yoga becoming this global phenomenon. It's not just exercise - it's a way of life. Proud that our embassies are taking this forward. The collaboration with local partners in each country is key. 👌
Love that they're engaging schools in Ghana and colleges in Bhutan! Yoga helps kids focus and manage stress in today's competitive world. The 12th International Day of Yoga seems like it's going to be bigger than ever. Let's hope for good weather on June 21! ☀️
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