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Yoga: India’s Ancient Heritage,

The World’s Identity

Greetings! the tradition of yoga in India dates back approxi-
The month of June brings with it a time for mately 5,000 years, its recognition by the United
celebration. On one hand, this month marks Nations General Assembly bestowed upon it a
the completion of 12 years of the central gov- global identity. Concurrently, economic activities
ernment under the leadership of Prime Minister associated with yoga expanded, giving fresh mo-
Narendra Modi; on the other, the world is mentum to both healthcare and economic em-
celebrating the 12th International Day of Yoga. powerment. Today, yoga has emerged as India’s
This auspicious convergence of the number 12 global identity. Every year, June 21st is observed
has transformed this period into a confluence of as International Day of Yoga. This very theme is
opportunity and festivity. the cover story of our current issue.
In today’s fast-paced life, yoga promotes a Also, in the personality section, read about
balance between the mind, body, intellect, and Vinita Soren—the first Indian tribal woman
soul, thereby infusing a sense of peace into an to conquer Mount Everest. Union Cabinet
individual’s life. By connecting the individual to Decisions, the PM’s foreign visit, Rojgar Mela,
their family, yoga paves the way for happiness and the 51st PRAGATI meeting held under the
and well-being. By fostering sensitivity towards chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi,
society within families, it strengthens social along with his fortnightly events, are the other
harmony. This very society builds the foun- highlights. Additionally, Mann Ki Baat on the
dation of national unity and disseminates a inside page and International MSME Day, ob-
message of peace and amity across the globe. served annually on June 27th on the back cover,
Thus, yoga serves to connect the individual, the are also part of this issue.
family, society, the nation, the world, and all of Kindly keep sending us your suggestions
humanity.
In 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s
efforts garnered unprecedented support from
the global community; consequently, Inter-
national Day of Yoga began to be celebrated
annually on June 21st, starting from 2015. While (Dhirendra Ojha)

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