Sunday, June 21st, 2026

President Paudel calls for adoption of yoga as a way of life



KATHMANDU: President Ram Chandra Paudel has urged people to adopt yoga as an integral part of their daily lives, emphasizing its role in promoting physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

On the occasion of the 12th World Yoga Day, President Paudel extended his best wishes for happiness, peace, prosperity, and good health to all Nepalis living in the country and abroad. He encouraged citizens to incorporate yoga practices into their everyday routines.

The President described yoga as a holistic discipline that creates harmony between the body, mind, and spirit through meditation, pranayama, and physical postures. He said yoga, meditation, and spiritual practices can help restore balance, reduce stress, and generate positive energy.

In his message, President Paudel noted that various studies, research, and historical evidence have established Nepal as a country with a rich yoga tradition. He emphasized the need to further promote yoga by integrating it into national policies, education systems, and public health programs.

He expressed confidence that regular yoga practice can improve daily performance, strengthen immunity, enhance digestion, encourage positive thinking, and help individuals realize their inner potential.

The President highlighted that yoga, which promotes unity, peace, and health worldwide, represents an important part of ancient Eastern knowledge and cultural heritage. He called on people to embrace yoga as a lifestyle to cope with modern challenges such as stress, pollution, and increasing competition.

President Paudel expressed hope that World Yoga Day would inspire people to achieve greater physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual balance while improving overall quality of life.

Similarly, Vice President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav said regular yoga practice contributes not only to physical health but also to mental peace, positive thinking, and spiritual growth.

Publish Date : 21 June 2026 09:59 AM

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