‘In a dangerous and divided world…’, UN chief issued message regarding Yoga Day

International Yoga Day 2023: Before the International Yoga Day to be celebrated on June 21, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has given a message of solidarity and making the world more harmonious. With this, he has said that in a dangerous and divided world, the benefits of this ancient practice are especially precious.

Message from UN Chief Antonio Guterres on Yoga Day

UN Chief Guterres said in a video message on Yoga Day, “Yoga connects, it connects body and mind. It is a source of strength, harmony and peace for millions of people around the world. The benefits of this ancient practice are especially precious in a dangerous and divided world.

The UN chief said, “Yoga feels like a paradise of peace. It can reduce anxiety and promote mental health. It helps us to develop discipline and patience. It connects us to our planet, which is in dire need of protection from us.

#WATCH , António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, gives a message, ahead of June 21 International Day of Yoga

“On this International Day of Yoga, let us embrace the spirit of unity, and resolve to build a better, more harmonious world for people, planet and… pic.twitter.com/MUl4zcnTnw

— ANI (@ANI) June 20, 2023

Antonio Guterres appeals to the people

Antonio Guterres said, “It (yoga) reveals our common humanity which helps us to understand that despite our differences we are one.” He said, “On this International Day of Yoga, let us come together.” Let us embrace the spirit of oneness and resolve to build a better, more harmonious world for people, planet and ourselves.

PM Modi to lead yoga session at UN Headquarters

Let us inform that on the occasion of Yoga Day, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi He will lead the Yoga Day session to be held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, USA. On June 21, from 8 am to 9 am, this program will be held at the North Lawn of the United Nations.

This will be the first time for PM Modi to lead a yoga session at the United Nations Headquarters. According to the schedule, PM Modi will be on a state visit to America from 21 to 23 June.

Due to the efforts of India, the United Nations General Assembly approved the proposal of Yoga Day on 11 December 2014 and the date of 21 June was announced to be celebrated as Yoga Day. The first Yoga Day was celebrated in 2015.

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