President Bhandari’s message on International Day of Yoga

June 21, Kathmandu: President Bidya Devi Bhandari has stated that the entire world accepts Yoga, which is closely associated with Nepal’s ancient civilization and life philosophy.

In a message on the occasion of the International Yoga Day, President Bhandari has said all will achieve success to develop a happy, prosperous and peaceful society by connecting the humanitarian pleasure achieved from the physical development to the positive energy achieved from the Yoga exercise.

The President has mentioned that Yoga is an exercise to strengthen an individual’s physical, mental and spiritual health and regarded as an action with thought besides a physical exercise.

President Bhandari has also said there is a direct presence of Yoga in the handicrafts, painting, and sculpture associated with the social and cultural lifestyles of Nepalis.

The Head of the State spoke of the need to develop Yoga as a part of education. She also called for conducting more research on the field of Yoga.

The International Day of Yoga has been celebrated on June 21 since 2015 at the call of the United Nations Organization.