Dehradun: The Garhwal Mandal Development Corporation and the Tourism Department of Uttarakhand are organizing the International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh from March 1 to March 7, as per the instructions of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. The aim is to establish Uttarakhand as the global capital of yoga.
In this event, renowned yoga teachers from India and abroad will teach various yoga postures and meditation techniques to sadhaks (Yoga practitioners) and participants. Yoga training will be given in various sessions every day during the festival. Apart from this, there will be presentations of cultural programs and discourses by spiritual saints.
Yoga Festival will be held at Ganga Resort, Rishikesh
Vishal Mishra, Managing Director of Garhwal Mandal Development Corporation (GMDC), announced that this prestigious Yoga Festival will be held at Ganga Resort, Rishikesh. The festival will be inaugurated by Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami on March 1.
Renowned yoga teachers will teach various yoga postures
During the festival, renowned yoga teachers (yogacharya) from both India and abroad will practice and teach various yoga postures (asanas) and meditation techniques to participants (sadhaks). Each day will feature multiple yoga training sessions, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in the ancient discipline of yoga.
In addition to yoga training, the festival will include presentations of cultural programs and sermons by spiritual saints. These sessions aim to provide participants with a deep spiritual experience and showcase the rich cultural heritage of India.
Rishikesh is recognized as the international capital of yoga
Uttarakhand, particularly Rishikesh, is known worldwide as the land of yoga and spirituality. Rishikesh is not only recognized as the international capital of yoga but also as a symbol of India’s cultural and spiritual heritage. The International Yoga Festival seeks to highlight these aspects and enable people from all over the world to benefit from India’s ancient art of yoga.
CM Dhami emphasized the importance of the festival
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasized the importance of the festival, saying, “Uttarakhand is known all over the world as the land of yoga and spirituality. Rishikesh is not only the international capital of yoga, but it is also a symbol of India’s cultural and spiritual heritage. The International Yoga Festival will enable the whole world to benefit from this ancient art of India. I call upon all yoga lovers and practitioners to participate in this festival.”
Government is making all necessary arrangements to ensure memorable experience
By organizing such events, the government aims to promote yoga, boost tourism, and position Uttarakhand as a leading destination for yoga enthusiasts and practitioners worldwide. The preparations are in full swing, and the government is making all necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and memorable experience for the participants.
