🧘‍♂️ 12th International Day of Yoga Celebrated in Colombo

The 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) was celebrated at Independence Square in Colombo under the theme _“Yoga for Healthy Ageing,”_ focusing on mobility, mental well-being, and holistic wellness. Organized by the Indian High Commission and the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, the event saw collaboration with Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health and Ministry of Public Administration. • Key Highlights & Participation: • Over 2,000 participants attended the main event, including Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha, Sri Lankan Ministers, MPs, and personnel from the Tri-Forces and Sri Lanka Police. • Parallel events were held by Indian Consulates and Assistant High Commissions in Hambantota, Jaffna, and Kandy to ensure island-wide coverage. • An AYUSH Information Kiosk was featured alongside free consultations from Siddhalepa Ayurveda medical professionals to promote traditional medicine. • Institutional Expansion: • A preliminary island-wide event on June 18 involved simultaneous yoga sessions across 112 Ayurveda hospitals in Sri Lanka. • The High Commission facilitated ~55 localized yoga events across key institutions, including the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, the Colombo Municipal Council, and the Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka. _Note: Sri Lanka was an original co-sponsor of the 2014 UN General Assembly resolution establishing June 21 as the International Day of Yoga._