Yoga: India’s Gift to the World
Addressing the gathering after the yoga session, President Murmu conveyed warm greetings to participants practicing yoga across the globe. She noted how, since 2015, Yoga has emerged as a global heritage, representing India’s deep spiritual wisdom and soft power.
According to her, yoga is more than physical exercise—it is a holistic practice that nurtures the body, mind, and soul. It promotes a lifestyle that prioritizes balance, health, and mindfulness.
Yoga Connects Communities and Nations
“The word ‘Yoga’ means ‘to connect’,” she said. “Yoga unites an individual’s body, mind, and soul. It also connects people with one another, communities with communities, and even nations with nations.”
President Murmu emphasized that yoga promotes not just individual health, but also collective wellbeing. A healthy person leads to a healthy family. A healthy family builds a healthier society—and in turn, a healthier nation.
Prevention is Better than Cure
Highlighting yoga’s role in preventive healthcare, the President stated, “It is widely believed that prevention is better than cure. Yoga plays a vital role in prevention.” She encouraged everyone to make yoga a part of their daily lives and inspire others to do the same.
Celebrating a Global Movement
Since its inception by the United Nations in 2015, International Yoga Day has grown into a global celebration. From New York to Nairobi, millions now practice yoga annually on June 21.
President Murmu’s active participation in the Dehradun event reaffirms India’s continued leadership in promoting wellness, harmony, and sustainability through yoga.
Final Words
Yoga is not just for one day. The message from today’s event is clear: embrace yoga as a lifelong practice. The President’s presence added a strong message of commitment and inspiration, reminding all citizens that yoga is for everyone, everywhere.
