International Yoga Day: Celebrate the fervour virtually
Hindustan TimesOver the last few years, International Yoga Day had become a much sought-after affair with denizens thronging iconic places such as the India Gate or Lodhi Gardens to practise an asana or two. “This year because of coronavirus, we have had to change the plan, and did surya namaskar at home.” – Manoj Shrivastava, a Delhiite Manoj Shrivastava, a Delhi-based businessman, says, “I used to attend the event at India Gate every year with my family, it was a different feeling to practice yoga at wee hours of the day, but this year because of coronavirus, we have had to change the plan. To be able to behave one like them, we have been conducting virtual yoga sessions, and did so on the International Yoga Day as well. For these kids, yoga helps coordinate the activities of the mind, body and emotions, and even helps build their focus and concentration.” Author tweets @ruchikagarg271 Follow more stories on Facebook and Twitter