International Yoga Day celebrated in Lumbini

BY STAFF REPORTER,Kathmandu, June 21: A large-scale Yoga demonstration was held in Lumbini, the revered birthplace of Lord Buddha, on Friday.

Organised by the Embassy of India in Nepal in association with Lumbini Development Trust, the event was graced by Governor of Lumbini Province, Krishna Bahadur Gharti, and the Minister of Youth and Sports of Nepal, Teju Lal Chaudhary as Chief Guests, according to a statement issued by the Embassy of India.

Senior officials of the Lumbini Development Trust and more than 500 Yoga enthusiasts from the region participated in the event.

Speaking on the occasion, ambassador of India to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, highlighted that Yoga, an ancient practice with its origins in India, has grown into a global movement, particularly following the United Nations' declaration of June 21 as the International Day of Yoga in 2014. 

He remarked that Lumbini, widely regarded as a symbol of peace and harmony, provides a truly fitting setting to celebrate the timeless values of Yoga.

 The ambassador also expressed his gratitude to the Lumbini Development Trust for their support in organising the event and underscored the role it plays in promoting Lumbini as a spiritual and religious destination.

The event was a part of a series of events being conducted by the Embassy of India to celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga across various cities in Nepal, read the statement.   

 The Embassy, in association with the Pokhara Metropolitan City, will organise a mega Yoga demonstration at the Pokhara Rangsala Stadium on Saturday.