Jackie Shroff and Amruta Fadnavis Celebrate 10th International Yoga Day in Mumbai
Actor Jackie Shroff and Amruta Fadnavis, wife of Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, performed yoga in Mumbai to mark the 10th International Yoga Day.
Celebrity Participation
Several celebrities expressed their love for yoga on social media. Kiara Advani shared a picture of herself doing yoga on Instagram, captioning it ‘Happy Yoga Day.’ Urmila Matondkar emphasized the importance of making yoga a lifestyle, while Shilpa Shetty shared a video highlighting the connection between breath and emotion.
Prime Minister’s Message
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the celebrations in Srinagar, expressing gratitude to those popularizing yoga. He highlighted yoga’s role in uniting people across cultures and its benefits for both mental and physical health. This year’s theme, ‘Yoga for Self and Society,’ underscores yoga’s impact on individual well-being and societal harmony.
Global Celebrations
Since 2015, the Prime Minister has led International Yoga Day celebrations at various iconic locations, including Delhi, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Ranchi, Lucknow, Mysuru, and the United Nations Headquarters in New York.