Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Originating from Indian Vedas, culture & traditions and Adiyogi (Lord Shiva) himself, Yoga is slowly and steadily taking place in daily routines of citizens from all walks of life.
International Yoga Day has been proved to be an encouragement to this spiritual and not just physical practice, with mass Yoga events taking place across the world and in the states of India.
India’s central state Madhya Pradesh celebrated the occasion in grandeur, with political leaders and public figures participating and performing Yoga asanas with the public.
CM Mohan Yadav performs Yoga with Bhopal citizens
On the occasion of the 11th International Yoga Day, a mass yoga session was organised at Bhopal’s Atal Path with the participation of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.
Earlier in the day, a yoga session was also held at the Madhya Pradesh BJP office, where leaders and party workers practiced yoga and shared their thoughts on its significance.
Present at the event were Shri Shiv Prakash Ji (National Joint General Secretary, BJP), Shri VD Sharma Ji (State President), Shri Hitanand Ji (State General Secretary, Organization), along with other senior leaders.
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Yoga performed at Indore’s Rajwada for this first time
Gopur Square in Indore city witnessed a vibrant celebration on Saturday. Despite the rain, thousands of citizens enthusiastically performed in a mass yoga session.
The event featured a unique display of traditional martial arts and “lathbazi” (stick fighting), showcasing India’s warrior women.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and actress Adah Sharma also joined the session, which began with the chanting of sacred verses and collective yoga practice.
On the occasion, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Indore Mayor Pushymitra Bhargava and MP Cabinet Minister were present to motivate the public.
Mass Yoga sessions across Jabalpur
Mass Yoga sessions were organised across schools, colleges, urban bodies, development blocks, and gram panchayats in Jabalpur district. Thousands participated under the theme ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health.’
The main district-level event titled ‘Yoga Sangam’ was held at the Ranitall Sports Complex indoor hall, attended by Public Works Minister Rakesh Singh, MP Ashish Dubey, Mayor, MLAs, and several senior administrative officials.
Mass Yoga session at Gwalior Fort
On the occasion of International Yoga Day, a grand mass yoga session was organised on Friday morning at the historic Man Singh Palace in Gwalior Fort.
The event saw participation from Minister Narayan Singh Kushwah, Collector Ruchika Chauhan, SP Dharamveer Singh, along with several administrative officials, dignitaries, and citizens.
In addition, yoga programmes were held across urban bodies, panchayat headquarters, and rural areas, with the active presence of local public representatives to mark the global celebration.
PM Modi, CM Yadav address Ujjain virtually
The 11th International Yoga Day was celebrated with great joy in Ujjain on Saturday morning. The main district event took place at the Kalidas Academy campus.
The session began at 6 am and continued till 7:45 am, witnessing participation from a large number of citizens, public representatives, officials, and members of various organizations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav joined the event virtually, emphasising the benefits of yoga and encouraging people to incorporate it into their daily lives.
Khajuraho turns Yogic
A grand mass yoga session was held at the Western Group of Temples in Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh’s Chhatarpur district, to mark the 11th International Yoga Day.
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The event took place in the premises of Kandariya Mahadev Temple, with Minister of State for Forest and Environment Dilip Ahirwar as the chief guest. Dignitaries including Rajnagar MLA Arvind Pateriya, Zila Panchayat President Vidya Agnihotri and others.
Not just these, all 55 districts of Madhya Pradesh participated in the mass Yoga sessions simultaneously on Saturday aligning with the Government of India’s theme, ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health.’
