600 Practitioners Learn Yoga Simultaneously in Chinchwad; International Yoga Day Celebrated with Enthusiasm

Pimpri-Chinchwad | On the occasion of International Yoga Day, a grand yoga session was organized jointly by the Krantiveer Chapekar Memorial Committee, Pawna Group, and Soham Yog Sadhana, in which 600 participants took part. All of them practiced yoga together at the same time, marking a vibrant celebration of Yoga Day.

The event took place at Kashidham Mangal Karyalay, located in Chinchwad, Pawananagar, and was inaugurated by Padma Shri Girish Prabhune, President of the Krantiveer Chapekar Memorial Committee. Also present at the event were BJP City President Shatrughna Kate, Committee Treasurer Ravi Namde, former corporator Ashwini Chinchawade, and BJP executive member Mahesh Kulkarni.

Yoga instructors Digambar Uchgaonkar and Anuja Uchgaonkar led the participants through various yoga practices. The session began with preparatory movements for yoga, followed by Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations). Participants then practiced Pawanmuktasana and Setu Bandhasana in supine position, Vajrasana and Shashankasana in seated posture, and Vrikshasana, Tadasana, and Trikonasana while standing.

Breathing exercises like Pranayama, Kapalabhati, Anulom-Vilom, and Bhramari Pranayama were also performed. The program concluded with a World Peace Prayer. A total of 600 people from the nearby areas actively participated in the event. Students and teachers from Unique Vision School also took part.

Padma Shri Girish Prabhune emphasized the importance of yoga, stating,

“Yoga enhances physical and mental well-being while increasing body flexibility. It helps in strengthening the immune system and is beneficial for lifestyle disorders such as diabetes. Meditation helps reduce mental stress, bringing calmness and clarity to the mind. Regular yoga practice prevents irritability, supports good health, and is highly effective in weight management.

The essence of yoga lies in establishing harmony between the mind, body, and soul. It also plays a crucial role in managing stress, anxiety, and depression, while enhancing emotional stability and mental clarity. Hence, yoga should be practiced daily.”