Imphal: Chief Minister N. Biren Singh graced the 10th edition of International Yoga Day as the Chief Guest at Khuman Lampak Indoor Stadium on Friday, under the theme “Yoga for Self and Society.”
The Chief Minister highlighted yoga as a gift from India to the world. He reminded attendees that the United Nations approved celebrating International Yoga Day annually on June 21, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the UN General Assembly in 2014.
Emphasizing the holistic benefits of yoga, Singh noted that it fosters a healthy body and mind, contributing to a disciplined and healthier society. He mentioned that many schools, colleges, and institutions have integrated yoga into their curricula, underscoring its significance in daily life.
Singh also extolled the virtues of millets, describing them as highly nutritious and versatile. Promoting millet consumption, he argued, would improve personal health and support planetary sustainability. He announced government initiatives to raise public awareness about the benefits of millets.
Touching on international issues, the Chief Minister reiterated India’s concerns raised at a recent United Nations Human Rights Council meeting. He highlighted the challenges posed by the increased influx of people from Myanmar into India’s northeastern states and the persistent threat of transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.
The event saw attendance from Cabinet Ministers, Rajya Sabha MP Maharajah Leishemba Sanajaoba, MLAs, students, and officials from the Youth Affairs and Sports (YAS) department.
Tourism Department’s Yoga Day Celebration
Imphal: The Department of Tourism, Manipur, celebrated International Yoga Day 2024 at Marjing Polo Complex, Heingang, Imphal East, with the theme “Yoga for Self and Society.”
Dr. Vineet Joshi, IAS, Chief Secretary of Manipur, Devesh Deval, IAS, Commissioner (Tourism), W. Ibohal, MCS, Director (Tourism), and Ngangkham Lilabati, Assistant Director, India Tourism, Imphal, were present as Chief Guest, President, and Guests of Honour, respectively.
The event featured yoga sessions led by instructor Khangenbam Jyoti Devi, promoting the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of yoga. Participants engaged in various yoga practices and workshops, emphasizing the day’s theme of individual and societal well-being.
The celebration attracted dignitaries, yoga enthusiasts, and renowned celebrities, among others.
