Raipur: On the occasion of International Yoga Day, Chhattisgarh’s chief minister Bhupesh Baghel urged people to practice Yoga and make it a part of their life.

“’Har Ghar Aangan Yoga’ Yoga is basically a process of purifying mind, body, and soul. Along with physical strength, it also gives us positivity and inner emotional strength. In fact, yoga is a way of living a healthy, stress-free and disciplined life”, read CM Baghel tweet.

International Yoga Day is an annual observance celebrated on June 21. The day was founded by the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2014, and was officially recognized by the United Nations in 2015.

Yoga is a mind and body practice with a 5,000-year history in India. It is a holistic practice that combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation. Yoga is practiced by people of all ages and abilities, and has been shown to have a number of health benefits, including improved flexibility, strength, balance, and mental well-being.

The purpose of International Yoga Day is to raise awareness of the benefits of yoga and to encourage people from all over the world to practice it. On International Yoga Day, people gather in parks, community centers, and other public spaces to practice yoga together. There are also many online yoga classes and events that are held on this day.

International Yoga Day is a celebration of the rich history and tradition of yoga, and it is a reminder of the importance of physical and mental well-being. It is a day to come together and connect with ourselves, our bodies, and our communities.