The Yoga Straps Market analysis of industrial chain, this report mainly elaborates the definition, types, applications and major players of Yoga Straps market in details. Deep analysis about market status (2014-2019), enterprise competition pattern, advantages and disadvantages of enterprise products, industry development trends (2019-2024), regional industrial layout characteristics and macroeconomic policies, industrial policy has also be included. Yoga Straps Industry Report covers the manufacturers, revenue, gross profit, share and demand analysis by region.

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The research report aims to identify the financial outlook of the Yoga Straps market. The report offers a detailed understanding of the competitive landscape. It studies some of the leading players, their management styles, their research and development statuses, and their expansion strategies. In addition, product portfolios and the list of products are also included. It includes a thorough explanation of the cutting-edging technologies and investments being made to upgrade the existing ones.

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Geographically, this report studies market share and growth opportunity in these key regions, covering: North America (United States, Canada and Mexico), Europe (Germany, France, UK, Russia and Italy), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India and Southeast Asia), South America (Brazil, Argentina, and Colombia etc.), Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria and South Africa).

Table of Content:-

1 Yoga Straps Introduction and Market Overview

2 Industry Chain Analysis

3 Global Yoga Straps Market, by Type

4 Yoga Straps Market, by Application

5 Global Yoga Straps Production, Value ($) by Region (2014-2019)

6 Global Yoga Straps Production, Consumption, Export, Import by Regions (2014-2019)

7 Global Yoga Straps Market Status and SWOT Analysis by Regions

8 Competitive Landscape

9 Global Yoga Straps Market Analysis and Forecast by Type and Application

10 Yoga Straps Market Analysis and Forecast by Region

11 New Project Feasibility Analysis

12 Research Finding and Conclusion

13 Appendix

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Karnal: KVA DAV College for Women, Karnal, organised a webinar on Yoga and meditation: Path to happiness and peace. Resource person of the webinar was Shuchika Batra, a yoga and meditation expert. Dr Anju Narwal, organising secretary, highlighted the importance of yoga and meditation in routine life, especially during the ongoing pandemic. Principal Sujata Gupta addressed the virtual gathering and opined that yoga and meditation keep body fit and release stress. Dr Anuratha Nagia, organising secretary, formally introduced resource person Shuchika Batra, who is a wellness coach, corporate trainer and full time associated with The Art of Living. Batra demonstrated some useful breathing and yoga techniques to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr Monika Saini, convener of the webinar, said 213 participants had registered for the webinar out of which around 100 attended it.

Discussion on mental health

Karnal: All India Association of Medical Social Work Professionals (AIAMSWP), North Zone, organised a panel discussion on Mental health considerations in context of COVID-19 pandemic: Academic perspective. Invited panellists included Dr Vanita Dhingra, Associate Professor, Department of Social Work, Kurukshetra University, Dr Amit Chandra, Policy Fellow, Centre for Civil Society, Noida, Vandana Vohra, Counsellor, St Theresa Convent School, Karnal. They discussed ways to effectively deal with the situation that arised due to Covid pandemic especially from academic perspective and also how to enhance and maintain mental health. BR Shekhar, President of AIAMSWP, from AIIMS, New Delhi, delivered the welcome address. Raghvendra Rai, Joint Secretary, AIAMSWP, was the convenor of the panel discussion programme and the whole programme was moderated by Dr Prashant Srivastava, Zonal Secretary, North Zone, AIAMSWP. More than 100 persons participated in the discussion.

Talk on Ways to overcome stress

Karnal: Government College for Women, here, organised an international webinar on the topic How to thrive in a stressful situation: Practical tips and techniques. Principal Dr Anuradha Punia congratulated the organising team and extended greetings to the participants. Hamesh Yadav, behaviour consultant from Australia, was the keynote speaker. Yadav gave a lecture on stress reducing tips and techniques. Dr Hemant Verma, Deputy Director, Higher Education Department, Haryana, delivered a lecture on stress management technique for higher education teachers and gave a number of tips to combat stress. More than 200 participants attended the webinar.

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New York, June 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Yoga Mat Market: Global Industry Analysis, Trends, Market Size, and Forecasts up to 2026" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p05916519/?utm_source=GNW 6% over the forecast period from 2020-2026. The study on yoga mat market covers the analysis of the leading geographies such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW for the period of 2018 to 2026.

The report on yoga mat market is a comprehensive study and presentation of drivers, restraints, opportunities, demand factors, market size, forecasts, and trends in the global yoga mat market over the period of 2018 to 2026. Moreover, the report is a collective presentation of primary and secondary research findings.

Porters five forces model in the report provides insights into the competitive rivalry, supplier and buyer positions in the market and opportunities for the new entrants in the global yoga mat market over the period of 2018 to 2026. Further, IGR- Growth Matrix gave in the report brings an insight into the investment areas that existing or new market players can consider.

Report Findings 1) Drivers Increasing adoption of healthier lifestyle and growing healthcare awareness among people Favorable government regulations and increasing number of yoga outlets across the globe 2) Restraints Availability of alternatives to yoga mats 3) Opportunities Key players are focusing on developing products from eco-friendly and biodegradable materials

Research Methodology

A) Primary Research Our primary research involves extensive interviews and analysis of the opinions provided by the primary respondents. The primary research starts with identifying and approaching the primary respondents, the primary respondents are approached include 1. Key Opinion Leaders 2. Internal and External subject matter experts 3. Professionals and participants from the industry

Our primary research respondents typically include 1. Executives working with leading companies in the market under review 2. Product/brand/marketing managers 3. CXO level executives 4. Regional/zonal/ country managers 5. Vice President level executives.

B) Secondary Research Secondary research involves extensive exploring through the secondary sources of information available in both the public domain and paid sources.Each research study is based on over 500 hours of secondary research accompanied by primary research. The information obtained through the secondary sources is validated through the crosscheck on various data sources.

The secondary sources of the data typically include 1. Company reports and publications 2. Government/institutional publications 3. Trade and associations journals 4. Databases such as WTO, OECD, World Bank, and among others. 5. Websites and publications by research agencies

Segment Covered The global yoga mat market is segmented on the basis of material, and distribution channel .

The Global Yoga Mat Market by Material PVC TPE Rubber PE Cotton/Jute

The Global Yoga Mat Market by Distribution Channel Specialty Store Departmental Store & Hypermarket Online Channel

Company Profiles Lululemon Athletica Manduka LLC Jade Yoga prAna Hugger Mugger Khataland Liforme Ltd. Dragonfly Tomuno Alo Yoga, Inc.

What does this report deliver? 1. Comprehensive analysis of the global as well as regional markets of the yoga mat market. 2. Complete coverage of all the segments in the yoga mat market to analyze the trends, developments in the global market and forecast of market size up to 2026. 3. Comprehensive analysis of the companies operating in the global yoga mat market. The company profile includes analysis of product portfolio, revenue, SWOT analysis and latest developments of the company. 4. IGR- Growth Matrix presents an analysis of the product segments and geographies that market players should focus to invest, consolidate, expand and/or diversify. Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05916519/?utm_source=GNW

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From Porsha Williams' home yoga studio to Dorinda Medley's spa-like bathroom, these tranquil spaces help Bravolebrities chill out without leaving home.

The life of a Bravolebrity is typically filled with glam sessions, lavish parties, and wild overseas adventures. But every now and then, everyone needs a little peace and quiet and it's even better when that dose of zen is right at your fingertips.

Below, we've rounded up nine ways that Bravolebrities find their inner peace without leaving home. While some opt for downward dog poses in front of a fireplace, others find their peace outside, sitting lakeside or watching Koi fish dart around in a burbling pond.

Still, other Bravo personalities find their chill while submergeda warm bathtub, and one very glamorous foodie soothes herself by baking up a pan of nachos.

So brew up a pot of tea, cue up the celestial spa music, and keep scrolling. You might even walk away with a few new ideas for turning your home into a zen den of its own... if you don't dose off into a peaceful nap first.

The Real Housewives of Atlanta activist has a tranquil home setup for candlelit yoga. Set up on a fluffy rug in front of a fireplace, the mini studio has purple meditation cushions and a yoga mat to match, as well as white candles galore. And as you can see, this studio is open to yogis of all ages.

The Bravo's Top Chef judge has a famous love for food,and you can bet she includes it in her self-care routine. Padma once took to Instagram to share that she was turning to tortilla chips and shredded cheese for a little self-soothing. As she made her nachos, Padma wore a gorgeous printed robe that would have been right at home in a posh spa.

At her Pennsylvania farm, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum has an outdoorspace that's perfectly tailored to meditation, prayer, and calm reflection. Yolanda's soothing garden has a terrace paved with stones, and her crystal collection catches sunlightat thecenter of it all.

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Were praying for a miracle. Regardless of your religious or spiritual tradition... Dear God, At this moment of our fear and anguish, come upon us. May the body of humanity be filled with light May the mind of humanity be filled with love. May every cell of both body and consciousness be flooded with the divine. May those who are sick be healed. May those who fear and grieve and panic be comforted. And may all humanity be purified of the selfishness, greed and irresponsibility That in so many ways led to this. Bless the doctors, nurses, the scientists, the grocers, sanitation workers, the political leaders, manufacturers, and all those who are working so hard to save us. Please work a miracle in our minds and hearts And take the virus from our midst. Amen #GlobalPrayer

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The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum recently shared a snap of a particularly soothing spot in her home.The window-sidenook has a waterfall fixture that's illuminated with calming violet lights. "One of my favorite spots in the house," Kim wrote in her caption.She added a hashtag spelling outpeaceful moments.

The Real Housewives of New York Citymom has turned her own bathroom into a sanctuary of calm, healing vibes. For an Instagram Story, Dorinda set the spa-like scene with low lighting, and she set candles in her windowsill and on the edge of her tub. As ethereal music played, the New York mom showed off a running bath. "Create your own spa in your life!" she wrote in her caption.

The RHOBH cast member also has a bathroom that serves up major spa vibes. Lisa's shared snaps of the calming space on Instagram, offering peeks at a tub that's next to a window with tree-lined views. Along the windowsill, a candle and a white Buddha head add some more zen vibes.

Chateau Sherewouldn't be complete without a space to find some inner peace and open up your pores. The Real Housewives of Atlanta alum has a spa in her storied manse, and it includes aspacious sauna.The basement spa also has two massage chairs. After all, as Sherehas said: "Every girl wants to be pampered; every girl wants to be rubbed on and loved."

The RHOA entrepreneurrecently shared an Instagram post with an age-old truism. "If it costs you your peace," Cynthia's caption read, "it's too expensive."The post was illustrated with a spot where the former model finds her peace: The waterside backyard ather Atlanta home, otherwise known as "Lake Bailey."

Enclosed in glass, Cynthia's backyard deck has wicker sofas, a coffee table, and decorative white urns. Tiki torches and potted palm trees add a little tropical-getaway feel.

RHOA alum Shamari DeVoe also doesn't have far to travel when she's looking to unwind. She once posted a photo of the bubbling koi pond at her home, writing: "Sometimes 'peace' is in your own backyard."

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I was 22 when I moved to a different US city and needed a new yoga studio. I discovered a place that believed in eastern mysticism perfect for an open-minded spiritualist, which was how I saw myself at the time.

I walked in and a young woman was very excited to see me. She paid attention to my every word, making me feel cared about. I then met with a master, who informed me I was in very poor energetic health and needed to sign up right away. The classes were quirky. Wed do 40 minutes of exercise and meditation to a mix of new age flute music and Michael Jackson. It was far less pretentious than the yoga studios I had visited before. I decided to join for the haggled price of $100 (79) a month.

During my second class, the teacher gave me a healing massage, rubbing my chest with both hands. I started to cry. A friend had killed herself a few weeks before and I was probably more emotionally raw than I realised.

As I got better at yoga, the masters told me I had potential. Within a month, my master had personally requested that I attend a weekend retreat the organisation was hosting in the Arizona desert, where about 400 people spent time doing yoga. Id have to pay my airfare, plus fees to the organisation.

The retreat was fancy: lots of rich Californians in a huge house with a pool, gardens and many outhouses. We were well fed. I made close friends from around the world, forging deep bonds with other members, some sexually charged. I had a good time.

After that, I attended two more retreats. At one, the leader addressed the crowd in the manner of a minister giving a sermon. (There was even a special chair that only he could sit on.) Before he was introduced on the opening night, the crowd was whipped into a frenzy as loud dance music played; a rock star entrance.

During that third event, senior devotees tried to convince me to become a healer, their term for someone who teaches classes. They said, Do you want to save the world? Make that happen by teaching. By then Id sacrificed time and money for the group, and made friends. I had reservations, but was too embarrassed to turn back. I paid several thousand dollars to train, maxing out my credit cards.

Healers are a step below masters who are similar to monks, living in small apartments with other masters and turning over most of their possessions. A close friend who joined around the time I did quit university and spent tens of thousands of dollars from her student loan fund to become a loyal master.

After a few months training, I realised I wasnt seeing my friends and family as much as I used to. The organisation didnt like it if I went on a weekend away with friends. I thought about leaving, but had already paid a years subscription and for more Arizona trips. I figured Id stay and gain from the experience.

As time went on, I struggled. I started reading online accounts of others who felt exploited by the group. I wasnt falling in line, either. Once, a master grabbed me by the shoulders, shouted in my face and shook me, because I wasnt doing what they wanted. I was supposed to be an obedient subject.

The tipping point was when I was told I should leave behind my unconscious family (my parents), as my spiritual family (the organisation) was more important. One master hadnt spoken to his parents for five years. It was tough, he told me, but said that saving the world was far more important. I know he believed he was doing the right thing. He was just fully indoctrinated.

I spent six months with the organisation. I didnt want to be convinced to stay, so when I left I basically ghosted everyone. I still felt I owed them an explanation, though. In the end, I sent them a postcard, saying, Good luck on your path, but this is not my path. They never wrote back.

The only time I saw anyone from there again was a decade later, on the front page of a magazine. The article described the organisation as a cult, outlining its brainwashing tactics and speaking to several former members I knew. From some of their stories, Im glad I got out when I did.

As told to Jack Needham

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By: Parenting Desk | New Delhi | Published: June 30, 2020 6:00:56 pm At times like these, it is very important to reduce your stress. There are some measures you can take, yoga being one of the important ones. (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)

By Dr Anindita Singh

Thousands of couples grapple with fertility issues across the world today and causes for this are plenty. However, stress being the common factor can adversely affect fertility and, in fact, lack of work-life balance can trigger infertility, apart from other aspects like sedentary lifestyle, eating habits and lack of exercise to name a few. To top it all, we are even dealing with a pandemic now. In such trying times, when your body and mind are both dealing with so many issues and emotions, conceiving a child becomes difficult thus leading to disappointment, anxiety and frustration among couples.

At times like these, it is very important to reduce your stress. Of course it is easier said than done. But there are some measures you can take, yoga being one of the important ones.

Can yoga improve fertility?

There are many studies that show that yoga provides benefits to women who are trying to bear a child. Other research studies indicate that yoga can really help couples who are undergoing fertility treatments. That is why, there are many fertility clinics who offer fertility yoga as one of their services. Fertility Yoga consists of a certain set of yoga asanas that will help in improving the chances of conceiving. There are many benefits of practicing yoga while trying to get pregnant, some of them are:

ALSO READ |7 important things to understand about your fertility

Reduces stress

The most important benefit of yoga is that it relieves stress. Stress is a known cause of infertility in many people. It is known that women with higher levels of cortisol (the stress hormone) have a lesser chance of getting pregnant than others. Cortisol interferes with ovulation that leads to reduction in chances of conception. Many couples who are struggling to conceive or are undergoing fertility treatments tend to be anxious/stressed, which is of course natural. The process is all about waiting and when they fail to conceive, even after trying a lot, people tend to get even more anxious and depressed. Many times, people even get angry at their bodies for failing to do what they want.

Yoga helps you lower the stress levels and help you achieve the necessary physical and mental peace that is important to increase your chances of having a baby.

Improves circulation

There might be certain blockages in your reproductive system that may be hindering your chances of getting pregnant, yoga helps in increasing the blood circulation in your body as it flushes out all the toxins from your blood. It helps you detoxify and prevents any health issues that may arise.

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Hormonal balance

Hormonal imbalance has become a common cause for problems related to fertility. A healthy endocrine system (a network of glands that produces different hormones which includes thyroid, adrenaline and sex hormones) is essential to achieve optimal fertility. Yoga helps you keep your hormone levels under control.

Reconnect with yourself

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives we forget to take care of our health. Yoga is a great way to step away from everything else, all your worries and try to focus on just yourself. Listening to your body while trying to conceive a baby is highly important. Whenever you fall sick, both your body and mind are telling you to stop. It is very easy to be frustrated with your bodies when you are dealing with fertility issues. But you have to remember that your body also has certain needs and you need to listen to it, if you want to improve your chances of having a baby. Yoga helps you do exactly this. It will give women a sense of connect with her fertility cycle and find a sense of empowerment.

Yoga asanas that will help you boost your fertility:

Yoga poses when combined with deep breathing are a great way to help you conceive. Some of the exercises you can try are:

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Paschimottasana: This is an asana done to stretch your lower back muscles, hips and hamstrings. It reduces mental stress and is good for parts of your reproductive system like ovaries and the stomach.

Janu Sirsasana: Also known as the one-legged forward bend, this asana stretches the calves and the hamstrings and also relaxes the muscles of your body.

Baddha Konasana: Commonly known as the butterfly pose, it helps in stretching the muscles of your inner thighs, hips, knees and genitals. Practicing this regularly can also help in smoother delivery process when the time comes.

Bhramari Pranayama: A great yoga asana to improve your breathing. This asana is a must for people trying to reduce their stress levels.

Supta Baddha Konasana: This asana helps in opening up the hip area. It strengthens your inner thigh muscles and helps to reduce bloating and stress.

Balasana: Also known as the childs pose, this asana resembles a foetal position. It is helpful in stretching the muscles of your thighs, knees, back and hips. Remember to do this one on an empty stomach.

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These are just a few asanas that will help you enhance your fertility. Of course, one should remember that yoga is not a one-stop solution. It does not guarantee a baby, but improves your chances of conceiving. It should also be coupled with accurate and proper diagnosis by a doctor and a healthy balanced meal coupled with good sleep hygiene as well. So have a frank discussion with your doctor about your fertility issues, start the necessary treatment and along with that start practising yoga so one day you can enjoy the joy of motherhood.

(The writer is Fertility Consultant, Nova IVF Fertility, Kolkata)

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A pop-up is coming to Fulhams Neverland next week, welcoming guests to take part in new socially distanced yoga sessions on the sand, surrounded by palm trees and beach huts.

From July 11, the venue is hosting classes at the riverside spot every weekend from 10.30pm with Pop Up Yoga Club founder Cassie McClements and other instructors. Spaces will be limited to five people under current Covid regulations, with a range of different sessions catering to experts and beginners alike.

Guests will each have a socially distanced mat space for classes. Tickets cost 20 and can be booked here.

McClements said: Pop Up Yoga Club is all about people experiencing yoga in a totally unique location, bringing it out of the studio, and in this case, onto the beach.

"Theres nothing more grounding than sand between your toes, and I cant wait to get stretchy with everyone this summer.

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World Yoga Day is being celebrated across the world today. A lot of people have turned to fitness apps in these circumstances and rely on them to stay fit by doing activities, including yoga. On the occasion of World Yoga Day, Apple has curated a list of apps that can help you stay fit and keep your mind refreshed. The apps can be used on the Apple Watch or any other Apple device. Some of them work with third-party fitness trackers as well. Breathe

Those who use an Apple Watch will be extremely familiar with this app as it is native on the smart device. The app guides you through a series of deep breaths and reminds you to take time to breathe every day. At the end of each session, you can also see how many times you've used the Breathe app that day.

Down Dog

A useful app that gives you new yoga practice every time you use it. There are no pre-recorded videos and the app helps you break the monotony of doing the same workout again and again. There are over 60,000 configurations in the app and you can use it in multiple languages. YogiFi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modis government has taken full credit for transforming yoga into a global movement. While there is no doubt that Modi and the BJP government have taken great efforts popularise yoga and galvanise yoga research, it is important to acknowledge that many of their initiatives and programmes can be traced back to the efforts of Indias first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru.

Since 2014, Modi has astutely promoted yoga as Indias gift to the world through the International Day of Yoga initiative, while tacitly expunging the contributions of leaders such as Nehru.

From demonstrating asanas on television on Yoga Day, to the Yoga with Modi YouTube channel, to his governments Fit India campaign Modi has used every platform at his disposal to brandish his saffron yogi credentials. Modi has become the face of yoga, while his government has heavily invested in promoting and researching the ancient Indian discipline. Hundreds of crores are spent on the Ministry of External Affairs annual International Day of Yoga celebrations and the Ministry of AYUSHs yoga research projects.

However, ahead of the 6th International Day of Yoga, we must remember Nehru for his contributions towards popularising yoga and framing Indias first yoga policy.

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It is a well-known fact that Nehru regularly practiced yoga. His tryst with yoga began in 1929 when he met Swami Kuvalayananda, a medical doctor-turned-yoga guru. By 1931, Nehru had seriously begun practicing yoga.

In an interview with the American journalist Edgar Snow, he spoke about how yoga had made him more tolerant of lifes vagaries, and how it had helped him during his imprisonment from 1931 to 1935. Nehru had once publicly demonstrated sirsasana (headstand), and on one occasion, presented pranayama (breathing exercises) to Ian Stephens, the editor of then British-owned publication Statesmen.

Nehru was perhaps the first political leader of independent India to recognise yogas potential in improving physical and mental wellbeing. In Discovery of India, he wrote that yoga was a system of disciplining the body and mind. In this book, he indicated his preference for yoga over other forms of exercise this old and typical Indian method of preserving bodily fitness is rather remarkable when one compares with more usual methods [of exercise]. He further noted that it was suited to India because it fit in with the spirit of her philosophy.

In 1952, it was Nehru who moved a resolution in the Rajya Sabha stating that yoga should be a part of Indias health education. In 1953, he ensured that yoga exercises were included in the National Plan of Physical Education and Recreation, which was prepared by the Central Advisory Board of Physical Education.

Also read: International Yoga Day 2020 to be celebrated on digital media platforms

Nehru also played a critical role in promoting the scientific study of yoga. In 1958, he visited the Kaivalyadhama Health and Research Center at Lonavala, where Swami Kuvalayananda was pioneering research that looked into the scientific foundations of yoga. In his meeting with Kuvalayananda, Nehru applauded Swamis work, and said Yoga could not progress unless it was examined in light of the advances in modern science.

Despite yogas religious historical context, Nehru, like Swami Vivekananda before him, argued that the practice of yoga was self-experimental and grounded in reason. He promoted it as a secular practice that would benefit anyone who practiced it. He suggested that the disciple of modern psychology could benefit from studying yoga decades before contemporary psychologists and scientists became interested in it.

Similar to how Modi pursued international outreach that led to the UN declaring 21 June as the International Day of Yoga, Nehru, too, had promoted yoga internationally. In 1956, he felicitated Swami Yogananda during a state visit to the United States, and encouraged the famous yogi bodybuilders Buddha Bose and Bishnu Ghosh to promote yoga internationally. While Yoganandas Autobiography of a Yogi became a spiritual classic inspiring thousands to pursue yoga, Bishnu Ghosh and his students spread the practice in Japan and Thailand.

Also read: Modis foreign policy puts Modi first, India second

There is no doubt that Prime Minister Modi has contributed much towards reviving yogas popularity. But it is unfortunate that he and his government have failed to recognise Nehrus role in popularising the ancient form.

Nehrus early initiatives really laid the groundwork for Modis present yoga policy. Be it the Fit India campaign or the Science and Technology of Yoga and Meditation (SATYAM) programme, government yoga initiatives were first envisioned by Nehru 70 years ago. As author Jerome Armstrong notes in his book Calcutta Yoga: Prime Minister Modi has led a national push towards popularising yoga practice within India. However, before this, the role which Nehru played in the fifties was pivotal for the adoption of modern yoga practice within India.

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