Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will serve as the chief guest at the state-level International Yoga Day program scheduled for June 21 at the Parade Ground in Sector 5, Panchkula. The event is being organized under the theme “Yog Yukt-Nasha Mukt Haryana,” which translates to “Yoga-Connected, Drug-Free Haryana.”
Preparatory Meeting Held
A meeting to review preparations and arrangements took place at the Mini-Secretariat under the joint chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma and Haryana Yog Aayog Chairman Dr. Jaideep Arya. Officials from various departments participated in the meeting to ensure the smooth execution of the program.
The Deputy Commissioner stated that the state-level program is being jointly organized by the Haryana Yog Aayog and the AYUSH Department, with support from the district administration. To ensure the event runs smoothly, separate nodal officers have been appointed for traffic management, parking, and security arrangements. The Convention Centre at Red Bishop has been identified as an alternative venue in case of inclement weather.
Community Participation
The DC added that active participation from all sections of society, including youth, students, women, and senior citizens, will be ensured. Prior to the main event, block-level yoga training programs were organized until June 13 to promote yoga among the masses and encourage maximum public participation.
As part of the International Yoga Day celebrations, a marathon will be organized on June 15 from Town Park, Sector 5, to Tau Devi Lal Sports Stadium. Around 2,000 people are expected to participate in the marathon. Additionally, special yoga sessions for public representatives and senior government officials will be conducted at Parade Ground from June 16 to June 18.
Collaborating Organizations
Dr. Jaideep Arya said various yoga institutions and social organizations, including Patanjali Yoga Samiti, Bharatiya Yoga Sansthan, Energetic Yoga, Yoga Bharati, Brahmakumaris, Vishwas Foundation, Rotary Club, Bharat Vikas Parishad, several NGOs, and market associations, will also participate in the program. The event will take place from 6 am to 8 am on June 21, during which a live address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be broadcast.
