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National Yoga Olympiad organised in Madhya Pradesh

The National Yoga Olympiad, a prestigious event showcasing the best of yoga, is currently being organised in Madhya Pradesh leading up to the main event on the 9th International Yoga Day on June 21st in Jabalpur.

Important Highlight:

  • The three-day Olympiad was ceremoniously inaugurated by Governor Mangu Bhai Patel in Bhopal on the previous day.
  • Interestingly, this is the first time that the National Yoga Olympiad is being organised outside of New Delhi, the national capital.
  • This event promises to be a wonderful display of the art and practice of yoga and is sure to captivate all those in attendance.

About International Yoga Day:

International Yoga Day has been celebrated on June 21 every year since 2015.  This day was declared as International Yoga Day by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014, recognizing the importance of yoga in promoting healthy living and overall wellbeing.

About Yoga:

  • Yoga is an ancient practice that originated in India and has been practised for thousands of years.
  • It is a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline that seeks to connect the body, mind, and soul.
  • Yoga has many health benefits, including reducing stress, increasing flexibility and balance, improving breathing and circulation, and boosting the immune system.

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