Staff of the Embassy of India in Ashgabat celebrated International Yoga Day. The event took place at the Bagtyyarlyk Sports Complex.

Azat Ovezov, Deputy Minister of Health and Medical Industry of Turkmenistan, participated in the event as an honored guest. Representatives of diplomatic missions accredited in Turkmenistan and yoga enthusiasts were also present.

The Indian Ambassador Madhumita Hazarika Bhagat, speaking to those gathered, emphasized the importance and benefits of incorporating yoga practice into daily life. These exercises strengthen the body, calm the mind, and develop mindfulness, which contributes to a healthy and sustainable lifestyle.

This year marks the 11th celebration of International Yoga Day, dedicated to the theme "Yoga for One Earth, One Health." Yoga highlights the inseparable connection between human health and the planet. On this day, events dedicated to the holiday took place in various countries around the world, but the largest were, of course, in India.