Yoga is a priceless gift of India's sages to humanity: HP Governor

Administers pledge for a Drug-Free Himachal Pradesh

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The Hon'ble Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Shri Kavinder Gupta today led the celebrations of the 12 International Yoga Day by participating in a mass yoga session organized at the historic Ridge Ground in Shimla.

The programme was jointly organized by the Himachal Pradesh Police Department in collaboration with the Department of AYUSH.

Addressing the gathering, the Governor said that India’s ancient tradition of yoga has today been embraced by people across the world. He emphasized that efforts should be made to promote yoga in every household so that every individual can lead a healthy and balanced life.

“A healthy body is the foundation of a healthy mind. Yoga provides a holistic path to physical fitness, mental well-being and spiritual growth,” he said.

The Governor, accompanied by First Lady Smt. Bindu Gupta, participated in the yoga session and encouraged people from all walks of life to adopt yoga as an integral part of their daily routine.