A Vibrant yoga Mahotsav was organized on eve of 50th Countdown to the International Day of Yoga-2024 at Surat, Gujarat. The event was held at the Police Parade Ground in Athwalines, drew a massive crowd of over seven thousand participants. They gathered in unison, practicing the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) from 7.00 AM on May 02, 2024, showcasing their enthusiasm for Yoga’s profound impact on personal and societal well-being.
Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, praised Surat for its contribution to the nation, noting its recognition as the cleanest city in India. He expressed happiness at the disciplined presence of attendees, highlighting Yoga’s global appeal and the anticipated increase in participation for IDY 2024. He announced a major event in Bodhgaya to mark the 25th countdown to IDY 2024, emphasizing Yoga’s universal significance.
Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, recalled the United Nations’ declaration of June 21st as International Day of Yoga Mahotsav in 2015, emphasizing its role in raising awareness about Yoga’s benefits worldwide. He praised the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga for producing skilled yoga masters who promote Yoga’s physical, mental, and spiritual harmony across India and beyond.
Prof. Avinash Chandra Pandey, Director of the Inter-University Accelerator Centre in New Delhi, stressed the importance of making Yoga accessible to every household, recognizing its potential to improve humanity’s well-being universally. Dr. Kashinath Samagandi, Director, Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), highlighted Yoga Mahotsav’s role in promoting universal Yoga practice, emphasizing its significance in the lead-up to IDY-2024.
Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary Ayush, commended Surat for its significant contribution to the nation and its recognition as the cleanest city. He expressed delight at the 'Yoga Mahotsav' in Surat, praising attendees for their disciplined participation. @moayush @PIBAhmedabad pic.twitter.com/lO59EDtDKS
— Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) (@mdniy) May 2, 2024
The event, organized by MDNIY in collaboration with the Gujarat Yog Board, with live demonstration of Yoga Protocol, showcasing the expertise of Yoga practitioners. The event was attended by dignitaries including Shri Satyajit Paul, Deputy Director General, Ministry of Ayush, and Shri Anupam Singh Gahlaut, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Surat.
The Ministry of Ayush, along with MDNIY, is conducting a ‘100 Days, 100 Cities, and 100 Organizations’ campaign to commemorate IDY-2024. This initiative aims to promote Yoga in collaboration with various stakeholders, including schools, universities, corporate bodies, and states/union territories. Paramilitary personnel play a crucial role in propagating Yoga, contributing significantly to the campaign’s objectives.
The event’s success was augmented by its broadcast on social media platforms, extending its reach and empowering individuals worldwide to experience Yoga’s transformative power. Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, praised Surat for its contribution to the nation, noting its recognition as the cleanest city in India. He expressed happiness at the disciplined presence of attendees, highlighting Yoga’s global appeal and the anticipated increase in participation for IDY 2024. He announced a major event in Bodhgaya to mark the 25th countdown to IDY 2024, emphasizing Yoga’s universal significance.
The Yoga Mahotsav in Surat marked the 50th countdown to International Yoga Day 2024 with grandeur and devotion. The event celebrated the profound impact of yoga on physical and mental health, drawing participants from all walks of life. As a testimony to India’s ancient tradition of yoga, the Mahotsav featured various yoga exercises, meditation sessions and discussions on its holistic benefits.
Famous for its cultural vibrancy, Surat embraced the occasion with gusto and highlighted the role of yoga in promoting health and harmony. The Mahotsav was attended by renowned yoga gurus and practitioners who shared information about the transformative powers of yoga and its relevance in modern times.
By celebrating the 50th countdown to International Yoga Day 2024, Surat strengthened its commitment to spreading awareness about the universal appeal of yoga and its contribution to global health. Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, praised Surat for its contribution to the nation, noting its recognition as the cleanest city in India. He expressed happiness at the disciplined presence of attendees, highlighting Yoga’s global appeal and the anticipated increase in participation for IDY 2024. He announced a major event in Bodhgaya to mark the 25th countdown to IDY 2024, emphasizing Yoga’s universal significance. The event connected enthusiasts in a spirit of unity and awareness, paving the way for continued celebration and practice of the international observance of the importance of yoga across the world.
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