HOUSTON – Amid the scorching Texas heat, thousands of yoga enthusiasts gathered across the state to embrace the timeless practice of yoga during the month-long celebrations of the 10th International Yoga Day 2024.
The theme ‘Yoga for Self and Community’, organized by the Consulate General of India in Houston and several partner organisations, emphasized the common pursuit of well-being and harmony.
From bustling urban squares to peaceful river walks and gardens decorated with colorful mats, participants from diverse backgrounds united to explore the transformative power of yoga.
The celebrations, which begin June 2 and continue through June 29, extend beyond Texas, to include neighboring states served by CGI Houston, such as Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Louisiana, New Mexico and Oklahoma.
Interactive workshops, live performances, and group yoga sessions immersed participants in practices that promote peace, inner balance, and overall wellness.
Techniques including relaxation, pranayama and meditation have demonstrated yoga’s ability to rejuvenate the mind and body.
“In a gentle way, you can shake the world,” Mahatma Gandhi’s immortal wisdom resonated everywhere, emphasizing the profound impact of yoga on individual health and community cohesion.
Organized by CGI Houston in collaboration with NASA, Space Center Houston and Rasa Yoga, the culminating event on June 18 at NASA’s Johnson Space Center served as a pinnacle of unity and inspiration.
Against the backdrop of towering space shuttles, a cosmic backdrop is created to symbolize yoga’s growing popularity amid the frontiers of space exploration. This symbolic setting embodies yoga’s growing popularity and global appeal.
Despite the weather challenges, enthusiastic crowds gathered at popular venues such as the Mahatma Gandhi North Texas Memorial in Dallas, the Capitol in Austin, the Riverwalk in San Antonio, NASA in Houston, India House, and Discovery Green.
Experienced yoga instructors lead sessions filled with meditation, dynamic exercises and invigorating breathing techniques, promoting an atmosphere of renewal and community spirit.
DC Manjunath, Consul General of India in Houston, expressed boundless enthusiasm for the growing impact of the event, highlighting the significant engagement and community engagement over the years.
He emphasized this year’s theme of “Yoga for Self and Community” and highlighted collaborative efforts with various yoga organizations.
“It is clear that yoga has become a unifying force that brings together people from different cultures and backgrounds. It is a pleasure to see young people participating in yoga sessions with such enthusiasm and dedication,” Manjunath said.
Celebrated annually on June 21, International Yoga Day highlights the transformative benefits of yoga and captivates audiences around the world. Besides physical fitness, yoga promotes mental clarity, emotional resilience and harmonious society.
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