New Delhi, June 21(TNS): Fourth International Yoga Day will be observed across the world on Thursday. On this day, which is dedicated to the inner and outer well-being of human body, people across the world practice yoga in groups.
The International Day of Yoga aims to raise awareness worldwide of the many benefits of practicing yoga, a physical, mental and spiritual practice.
The word yoga originates from Yuja, a Sanskrit word which means, “to join or to unite”, symbolizing the union of body and consciousness. The theme for Yoga Day 2018 is “Yoga for Peace.”
June 21 is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and has special significance in many parts of the world.
Yoga training programmes, camps, retreats, seminars, workshops are organized at group and mass level. They are also made aware of the importance of the practice and how it helps in curing and healing.
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