Where breath meets purpose: Kenya gears up for a nationwide Yoga celebration

Participants during a Yoga session in Nairobi /TRACY NGARI

The High Commission of India in Nairobi will host the 12th International Day of Yoga at the Visa Oshwal Grounds on June 21, drawing thousands of participants to mark the global wellness event.

This year’s celebration centres on the theme "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," highlighting physical and mental wellness across different generations, from students and working professionals to senior citizens.

"Yoga is a holistic practice that promotes balance between the body and mind. Regular practice can improve flexibility, strength, balance and overall wellbeing while helping reduce stress," the commission said.

The event is open to the public free of charge, though organisers note that registration is mandatory. To support participants, the High Commission of India will provide complimentary event T-shirts and yoga mats to all registered attendees.

Organizers stated that the event aims to promote yoga as a holistic practice to improve flexibility, strength, and balance while reducing stress in daily life.

The International Day of Yoga was established by a United Nations resolution in 2014 to recognise the practice's universal appeal and health benefits. Since the inaugural global celebration in 2015, the event has grown annually.

Kenya has participated in the initiative for the past 11 years, hosting annual synchronised yoga sessions in various cities and towns across the country.

The International Day if Yoga is observed worldwide every year on June 21 following the adoption of a United Nations resolution in 2014.

Since the first celebration in 2015, millions of people across the globe have participated in yoga events.

Kenya has actively participated in yoga over the past 11 years, with thousands of people joining annual yoga sessions organised across the country.

For more details and registration information, individuals have been advised to visit the High Commission of India's official communication channels.