Diplomats stationed in India marked the 10th International Yoga Day on Friday alongside External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and senior officials from the Ministry of External Affairs. The event underscored Yoga as a cultural gift from India to the global community.
Lindy Cameron, the UK’s High Commissioner to India, expressed her delight in participating in the yoga session in Delhi, highlighting the significance of Yoga as India’s contribution to the world. She remarked on the privilege of joining EAM Jaishankar and other MEA officials for the occasion, underscoring its cultural and diplomatic importance.
Christina Scott, the British Deputy High Commissioner, echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the pleasure of practicing yoga with Jaishankar and MEA colleagues. She noted Prime Minister Modi’s address from Srinagar and underscored Yoga’s value as India’s cultural export to the world.
Norway’s ambassador, May-Elin Stener, shared her enthusiasm for Yoga, having witnessed its adoption as an International Day by the UN in 2014. She highlighted the importance of Yoga in promoting well-being and peace, expressing joy at celebrating its 10th anniversary in India.
Shombi Sharp, the UN Resident Coordinator in India, described the morning as invigorating, celebrating Yoga’s role in fostering harmony and health. He emphasized Yoga as a path towards both individual well-being and global peace, echoing its universal appeal.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar underscored Yoga’s role in promoting cultural understanding and international cooperation. He highlighted its growing popularity worldwide and its contribution to enhancing global health and harmony.
The theme for this year, “Yoga for Self and Society,” emphasizes the dual benefits of Yoga for personal wellness and societal cohesion. The 10th International Day of Yoga saw participation from around the world, with diplomatic missions and Indian embassies organizing events to promote awareness about Yoga’s benefits in modern life.
