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CM Dhami energized Dehradun residents with a pre-Yoga Day run, linking the event to Uttarakhand's spiritual heritage. The state is rolling out financial incentives to establish yoga centers and boost wellness tourism. He credited PM Modi for globalizing June 21 as International Yoga Day through the UN. The initiative aligns with Uttarakhand's vision to become a holistic health destination.

Key Points: CM Dhami Leads Dehradun Yoga Run Ahead of International Yoga Day

  • Dhami led Gandhi Park walk to MKP College for youth yoga awareness
  • State offers ₹20L subsidy for new yoga-meditation centers
  • Uttarakhand aims to become global wellness tourism hub
  • New policy supports research in yoga and naturopathy
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Uttarakhand: CM Dhami leads 'Run for Yoga' in Dehradun, calls for mass participation on International Yoga day

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami promotes yoga tourism in Dehradun, announces subsidies for wellness centers ahead of June 21 global event.

"Uttarakhand is the land of yoga, Ayush and spirituality - CM Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, June 15

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday participated in the 'Run for Yoga' programme organised at MKP College in Dehradun, where he also led a walk from Gandhi Park to the college to promote awareness about yoga among the youth, elderly and women.

According to a statement from the Chief Minister's Office, the Chief Minister encouraged everyone to take an active part in the upcoming International Yoga Day.

He emphasised that together we have to take the ancient yoga civilisation to the masses. Sages have developed a wonderful knowledge of integrating body, soul and mind through yoga. Yoga acts as a Sanjeevani for the entire world. Yoga makes life healthy and disciplined. Today, the world is attracted to yoga.

The Chief Minister said that by adopting yoga in daily life and keeping the body and mind healthy, positivity can also be brought in society. The Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had proposed International Yoga Day on 21st June in the United Nations General Assembly, which was adopted by the whole world.

"Uttarakhand is the land of yoga, Ayush and spirituality. The state government is working on making Uttarakhand a global hub of yoga and wellness tourism," CM Dhami said.

The state government has recently approved the new yoga policy. Under which a subsidy of up to 20 lakhs is being provided for developing yoga and meditation centres in the state.

The Chief Minister said that the yoga centres already operating in the state are also being promoted. A grant of up to 10 lakhs is also being given to promote research in the fields of yoga, meditation, and naturopathy.

The state government is continuously working on immense possibilities for yoga and wellness. He appealed to everyone to adopt a disciplined and healthy lifestyle.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Great initiative by CM Dhami! Yoga is truly India's gift to the world 🌍. As someone who practices yoga daily, I can vouch for its benefits - both physical and mental. Hope more people join the movement on International Yoga Day!
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Priya M.
While yoga promotion is good, I wish the government would focus equally on basic healthcare infrastructure in Uttarakhand. Many remote villages still lack proper medical facilities. Yoga can't replace doctors and hospitals.
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Ankit S.
Uttarakhand becoming a yoga hub makes perfect sense! The peaceful Himalayan environment is ideal for meditation and wellness tourism. This could create many job opportunities for locals too. Jai Uttarakhand! 🙏
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Neha T.
I participated in the run today with my college friends! The energy was amazing 😊. Though I must say, the arrangements could have been better - drinking water stations were too few for the crowd.
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Sanjay P.
Yoga is good, but why only promote it around June 21st? Should be a year-round focus in schools and offices. Also, the subsidy scheme sounds great but hope there's proper monitoring so funds aren't misused.
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Meena R.
As a senior citizen, I've seen yoga transform my health after retirement. No more joint pains! Happy to see the government promoting our ancient practices. But please make sure yoga centers are accessible to all income groups, not just elite tourists.

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