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Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini kicked off the 'Run for Yoga' marathon in Kurukshetra, promoting fitness ahead of International Yoga Day. He emphasized making yoga a daily habit for better health, targeting record participation statewide. The main event on June 21 will feature Baba Ramdev at Brahma Sarovar, a site of spiritual significance. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami also joined similar yoga initiatives in Dehradun.

Key Points: Haryana CM Nayab Saini Launches Run for Yoga in Kurukshetra

  • CM Saini urges public to adopt yoga daily
  • Event precedes International Yoga Day on June 21
  • Over 11 lakh expected across Haryana
  • Brahma Sarovar to host state-level program
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Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini flags off 'Run for Yoga' in Kurukshetra

Haryana CM Nayab Saini flags off 'Run for Yoga' marathon ahead of International Yoga Day, aiming for a record participation at Brahma Sarovar.

"We should make Yoga an integral part of our body... at least 1 hour for well-being. - CM Nayab Singh Saini"

Kurukshetra, June 15

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini flagged off the 'Run for Yoga' Marathon in Kurukshetra on Sunday. CM Saini urged the public to make yoga an integral part of their bodies.

Speaking to reporters, the Chief Minister said, "11th Yoga Day will be celebrated on 21st June. On 27th May, we started programs related to Yoga in different departments of the state. On 21st June, the whole state will celebrate this day...We should make Yoga an integral part of our body. We should make at least 1 hour for the well-being of our bodies."

The 'Run for Yoga' Marathon is a pre-event in the lead up to the International Day for Yoga on June 21.

Talking about International Yoga Day celebrations in the state, he said, "On the occasion of this Yoga Day, Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev will do yoga with us at the Brahma Sarovar. Today, we have started a Yoga marathon here. This year, the theme of Yoga Day is 'Yoga for One Earth One Health'..."

Meanwhile, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami also participated in the 'Run for Yoga' Marathon in Dehradun on Sunday.

Earlier on Friday, CM Nayab Singh Saini said that preparations are underway for the upcoming 11th International Yoga Day, to be celebrated on June 21, a historic event. On this day, yoga programmes will be organised simultaneously across all 22 districts and 121 blocks of the state, with the participation of over 11 lakh people.

He added that this year's state-level programme will be held at the sacred Brahma Sarovar in Kurukshetra, the very site from where Lord Krishna delivered the message of karma to the world.

The Chief Minister further shared that the aim is to ensure participation of over one lakh people, not only to popularise yoga but also to set a new world record.

According to a press release, the Chief Minister was addressing a Yoga Protocol Training Camp organised jointly by the AYUSH Department, Haryana Yog Aayog, and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) at the ITBP BTC, Bhanu, in Panchkula on Friday.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Great initiative by CM Saini! Yoga is India's gift to the world 🌍. Starting my day with Surya Namaskar has completely transformed my health. Hope more youngsters participate in these events. #ProudIndian
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the yoga promotion, I wish the government would focus equally on improving healthcare infrastructure in rural Haryana. Yoga is good but we also need better hospitals and doctors.
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Amit S.
Kurukshetra is the perfect place for such events! The spiritual energy there enhances the yoga experience. Planning to take my family for the June 21 event. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Neha G.
Wonderful to see state governments promoting our ancient practices. But why only once a year? Yoga should be part of school curriculum throughout the year. Small steps daily > big events occasionally.
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Vikram J.
The 'One Earth One Health' theme is so relevant today! With pollution and stress increasing, yoga is the need of the hour. Kudos to Haryana govt for this massive participation target. Hope they achieve the world record!
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Sunita R.
As a working mother, finding time for yoga was tough initially. But after seeing benefits like reduced back pain and better sleep, I make sure to practice 30 mins daily. More awareness programs like this are needed!

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