International Yoga Day- 21 June 2021: Yoga Day Theme, Who started International Yoga Day?

International Yoga Day on 21 June 2021: International Yoga Day is celebrated across the globe now on the 21st of June every year. Yoga is one of the most ancient holistic means of exercise that took birth in India. Earlier ancient saints used to practice difficult asanas of Yoga early in the problem and this was said to be their secret of staying healthy for long years. Discussions about Yoga and its benefits have been also discovered in the holy books and Vedas of India. 

Baba Ramdev, one of the preachers of Yoga in India is one of the finest examples of how Yoga can transform lives. It is because of its life-changing benefits that it got famous also in different parts of the world.

PM Modi Launched mYoga App

On 21st June 2021, the Ministry of Ayush has launched the mYoga app in collaboration with World Health Organization (WHO). This app aims to educate people about the benefits of Yoga, its use. mYoga app will consist of audio and video clips which will help the user to perform the yoga more efficiently.

Who started International Yoga Day?

It all started when Indian Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi offered a suggestion to the United Nations to consider a day to be celebrated as Yoga Day. The United Nations was already mesmerized by the benefits of yoga and also checked out how it has been influencing different countries across the world. Hence, it was in the year 2014, when the UN declared 21st June to be celebrated as International Yoga Day each year. 

Of course, the day is celebrated and observed in a huge way in India. But also, now different countries celebrated International Yoga Day with the same enthusiasm as India. 

Why is Yoga Day celebrated?

One of the finest answers to this question is that the United Nations saw how Yoga is getting popular in different corners of the world and decided to celebrate a day in its name. But also there are many other reasons due to which International Yoga Day is celebrated each day. 

Yoga, an ancient Indian holistic form of physical and mental training is the simplest way to maintain a healthy life. It has its recognition in Ayurveda and also in many other places since ancient times. You do not require investing money in buying equipment for it and you can start learning and practicing instantly. 

The best thing is that it is a form that anyone can learn and practice. There is no age barrier also when it comes to Yoga. 

The most fascinating thing about Yoga is that through different forms, different health ailments can get treated and it is proven. 

So, another big reason to celebrate International Yoga Day is to spread awareness and promote the benefits of Yoga so that more people can get benefited out of it. 

International Yoga Day 2021 Theme

International Yoga Day is celebrated each day by different people in different ways. Majorly, events and campaigns are organized that allow people to join and perform Yoga. Also, different organizations conduct events for the employees to promote the benefits of Yoga and to inspire them to make Yoga a habit in daily life. This year, the theme is ‘Yoga for Wellness‘.

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The theme for International Yoga Day 2021 is Yoga for Wellness. This theme is kept this year in light of the current pandemic situation. Social distancing is the only way to curb the spread of coronavirus and hence this year’s theme for International Yoga Day is also to motivate people to practice Yoga. The Yoga studios are closed and most of them are running online campaigns so that the practice and learning of the interested people do not come to a halt.

FAQs: International Yoga Day 2021

Q1. How can I start Yoga?

Answer: You can start Yoga at any age and all you need is a yoga mat to start it. 

Q2. What to wear for practicing Yoga?

Answer: You can wear any comfortable clothes for practicing Yoga. 

Q3. Is there any specific time for practicing Yoga?

Answer: No, yoga can be performed at any time. Just you should make sure that you do it with an empty stomach. 

Q4. Is there any specific diet for practicing Yoga?

Answer: If you wish to get properly benefited from Yoga, you should maintain a healthy diet. 

Q5. What is the theme of International Yoga Day 2021?

Answer: Yoga for Wellness