n the ongoing journey of the 100-day countdown to IDY 2024, more than 5000 Yoga Enthusiasts will be participating in the 75th-day countdown event, set to take place at Wadia College Sports Ground, Pune (Maharashtra) on April 7, 2024.
Emphasizing a holistic health and wellness approach and recognizing the transformative power of Yoga, the Mahotsav will witness active participation from various segments of society including Gram Pradhans, Anganwadi Workers & Asha Workers/Self Help Groups, Ayush Health & Wellness Centres, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), Women Welfare Organizations, School Children, and more. Eminent dignitaries, Yoga Gurus/Masters, Experts of Yoga & Allied Sciences, and Heads of Institutions will also grace the celebration. The primary aim of the Yoga Mahotsav is to promote and publicize Yoga for health and well-being on a wider scale, benefiting both nationally and internationally. Significantly, the 75th day countdown event to IDY 2024 also coincides with World Health Day falling on April 7, 2024.
International Day of Yoga, celebrated annually on June 21, is being preceded this year by a 100-day countdown, initiated on March 13. As part of this countdown series, the 75th day is celebrated through the Yoga Mahotsav. The event is jointly organized by Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga and National Institute of Naturopathy (NIN), Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India, drawing thousands of participants to partake in a grand celebration. All participants will actively engage in practicing the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) starting at 6.00 AM on April 7th, 2024. This enthusiastic participation underscores the growing importance of yoga in fostering personal and societal betterment. The Indian Yoga Association is also supporting this 75th day countdown event related to IDY-2024 through its Maharashtra State Chapter.
At the heart of the event lies the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), designed with expert inputs to incorporate daily Yoga practices to garner all the benefits of Yoga. The protocol aims to popularize Yoga practices such as Pranayama, meditation, etc., each serving as a key to improving flexibility, strength, balance, and attaining harmony.
The Ministry of Ayush, along with Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, is organizing Mass Yoga Demonstrations/sessions encompassing the ‘100 days, 100 cities, and 100 organizations’ campaign in collaboration with various Universities/Institutes/Colleges from March 13, 2024, to June 21, 2024, across the country, leading up to the 10th International Day of Yoga. The campaign includes Common Yoga Protocol, workshops, and lectures aimed at promoting the practice of Yoga among the people for their health and well-being improvement.