International Day of Yoga @ Abuja

The 7th International Day of Yoga was celebrated at our premises today (19 June 2021), with nearly 350 participants in-person and over 1000 on FB live. High Commissioner Abhay Thakur welcomed senior officials from the Nigerian Presidency, Ministries of Health, Sports and Defence, Diplomatic Corps, Indian community, & yoga enthusiasts, and thanked Govt. of Nigeria for its support. The enthusiasm for the theme “Yoga for Wellness“ was immense. All speakers & participants emphasized the importance of traditional systems, ancient wisdom & indigenous knowledge for providing effective & affordable healthcare to the world. During the pandemic and beyond, Yoga & AYUSH have helped boost immunity & met mental health needs.
Press Information Bureau - PIB,  Government of India
PMO India
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
Indian Council For Cultural Relations
Federal Ministry of Information and Culture, Nigeria 
Federal Ministry of Youth & Sports Development, Nigeria
Doordarshan National (DD1)
Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria