21st June, 2019 – InternationalDay of Yogais celebrated annually on 21 June since its inception in 2015. An international day for yoga was declared unanimously by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).The Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in his UN address suggested the date of 21 June, as it is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and shares a special significance in many parts of the world.
Shri Rakesh Kumar, Director General – EPCH informed in line with the International community, Export Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) also celebrate International Yoga Day every year amongst member exporters of the Council. This year event is being celebrated by EPCH simultaneously at Delhi and Moradabad on 21st June, 2019. In Delhi, it was held Panch Shila Club, New Delhi with around 200 exporters and their families and in Moradabad at Golden Gate Public School.
The objective of the programme was to recognize Yoga as a holistic approach to health and well-being and raise awareness on the benefits of practicing yoga amongst the participants.
Ms. Shibani Kashyap, Bollywood singer, performer and music director was the Chief Guest. Qualfied yoga guru Om Verma performed the yoga exercises. Ms. Auruna Sinha, a lifestyle consultant presided over the function.
Shri Shantmanu, IAS, Development Commissioner for Handicrafts] graced the occasion. Shri R.K. Passi, Chairman-EPCH was also present on the occasion.
During the one-hour session various breathing exercises and other Yoga Asanas were performed and their benefits were explained to the participants. A Naturopathy expert was also present on the occasion and explained the benefit of eating healthy and eating right.
Best Yoga performers awards were also given on the occasion in various categories which included best yogic body, best flexible body, best yoga pose, best youngest yogi boy, best youngest yogi girl and best elderly yogi.
