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Photos: International Yoga Day celebrated around the world

Ancient practice involving physical poses, concentration and deep breathing stays alive

Published: June 21, 2023 11:34 Compiled by Nilanjana Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager

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Border Security Force (BSF) personnel take part in a yoga session on the International Day of Yoga, at India-Pakistan Wagah border post about 35kms from Amritsar on June 21, 2023. — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday morning wished his countrymen on the occasion of the 9th International Yoga Day, saying the coming together of more than 180 countries on India's call is  historic". The Prime Minister is presently on his maiden state visit to the United States, during which he will lead celebrations of International Yoga Day at the United Nations Headquarters in New York today. Above: Border Security Force (BSF) personnel take part in a yoga session at India-Pakistan Wagah border post about 35kms from Amritsar. Image Credit: AFP

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Some 650 people gather to practise yoga to mark the International Day of Yoga on the grounds of Tsukiji Honganji Temple in Tokyo on June 21, 2023. — Some 650 people gather to practise yoga to mark the day on the grounds of Tsukiji Honganji Temple in Tokyo. Image Credit: AFP

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People perform Yoga on the International Day of Yoga in Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia June 21, 2023. — People perform Yoga in Batu Caves, Selangor, Malaysia. Image Credit: REUTERS

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Yoga enthusiasts take part in a mass yoga session at the amphitheatre lawns at North Beach on June 18, 2023 in Durban, South Africa, ahead of the International Day of Yoga. — Yoga enthusiasts take part in a mass yoga session at the amphitheatre lawns at North Beach in Durban, South Africa. Image Credit: AFP

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Nepal police personnel perform yoga during the International Yoga Day at National Police Academy in Kathmandu, Nepal June 21, 2023. — Nepal police personnel perform yoga at National Police Academy in Kathmandu, Nepal. Image Credit: REUTERS

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People perform yoga in a local train, during International Yoga Day in Mumbai, India, June 21, 2023. — The concept of International Yoga Day was introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his 2014 address to the United Nations General Assembly. Since then, Yoga has gained huge popularity worldwide due to its ability to enhance flexibility, strength, balance, and overall fitness. Above: People perform yoga in a local train in Mumbai. Image Credit: REUTERS

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People perform yoga in front of Taj Hotel, in Mumbai. — Yoga for all: This year, the theme of Yoga Day is “Yoga For Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” — i.e. Yoga for the welfare of all in the form of "One World-One Family”. It emphasises the spirit of yoga, which unites and takes everyone along. Programmes related to yoga were organised in every corner of the country to mark the occasion. Above: People perform yoga in front of Taj Hotel, in Mumbai. Image Credit: REUTERS

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Port-Trust officials take part in a yoga session on the International Day of Yoga, on-board PS Bhopal sailing over river Hoogly in Kolkata on June 21, 2023. — Port-Trust officials take part in a yoga session on the International Day of Yoga, on-board PS Bhopal sailing over river Hoogly in Kolkata. Image Credit: AFP

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People perform yoga on International Yoga Day at Purana Qila, or Old Fort in New Delhi, India, June 21, 2023. — People perform yoga at Purana Qila, or Old Fort in New Delhi, 2023. Image Credit: REUTERS

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