CM, L-G join thousands in celebrating Int’l Yoga Day

Delhi officials, including Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, participated in International Day of Yoga celebrations across the city. The event emphasized yoga as a cultural heritage and a tool for physical and mental well-being.
Why it matters
The event underscores the political and cultural promotion of yoga as a soft-power initiative in India.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Lieutenant-Governor (L-G) Taranjit Singh Sandhu performed asanas as Delhi marked the International Day of Yoga on Sunday, drawing thousands, including students, youth, women and senior citizens.
The article reports on a government-led cultural event, focusing on official quotes and public participation.
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