Non-communicable and lifestyle-related diseases are on the rise and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged people to practice yoga to improve health.
The Prime Minister urged people to practice yoga for good health and well being. He has also shared a video on Yoga.
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In a tweet, Prime Minister Modi said, “Yoga becomes even more important in the present era when non-communicable and lifestyle related diseases are on the rise, especially among the youth. Practice Yoga for good health and wellness.” “
‘International Yoga Day is celebrated every year on 21 June and Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to lead the celebrations from Mysore.’
Earlier, Prime Minister Modi had said that apart from ‘asanas’, yoga also includes several breathing exercises that have many health benefits. In a tweet, he had said, “Apart from asanas, yoga also includes several breathing exercises that have many health benefits. This video contains details about these exercises.”
He had further said, “The beauty of yoga is in its simplicity. All you need is a yoga mat and some free space. Yoga can be done at home, at work or in a group.”
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Prime Minister Modi had said that Yoga has gained tremendous popularity globally in the last few years.
The Prime Minister had also urged everyone to celebrate International Yoga Day on June 21 and make yoga a part of daily life. On this upcoming International Day of Yoga on 21st June, Modi is set to lead the celebrations from Mysore.
Source: IANS
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