International Day of Yoga 2026 Celebrations
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh led the Defence Forces on June 21, 2026, celebrating the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) in Shillong. The event included various yoga asanas and breathing exercises performed with around 1,000 soldiers from the Indian Air Force and Army.
During the celebration, the Defence Minister emphasized yoga as a holistic science that connects individuals to their inner selves and to society, underscoring the emotional and mental benefits it provides.
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