International Day of Yoga will be observed worldwide on the 21st of June. The theme for the International Day of Yoga this year is Yoga for Wellbeing. COVID pandemic continues to affect the lives and livelihoods of people the world over. The importance of Yoga in promoting the holistic health of people is very relevant at such a time. AIR correspondent takes a look at the benefits of doing Yoga.
Yoga is more than just a physical activity. It is an ancient physical, mental and spiritual practice that has many benefits. Regular practice helps a person improve flexibility, bone health, build muscle strength, increase blood flow, and lower blood pressure.
Breathing exercises in Yoga such as Pranayama helps a person relieve stress and anxiety. Yoga improves immunity and also aids in weight loss. Regular practice of yoga helps people maintain a stress-free, balanced healthy lifestyle which is the need of the hour. Talking exclusively to AIR News, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary of Ministry of Ayush said Yoga is an integral part of COVID treatment.
Vishal Sharma is an experienced Indian journalist, cyber security consultant, social activist, and poet writing under the pen name Surur Akbarabadi. With over two decades in journalism, he has worked across print, digital, and TV media, including notable roles at The Indian Express, The Pioneer, Indo-American Times, and Business Standard. He is currently the editor of Agra24.in, a bilingual news portal focused on Agra, which he co-founded to provide in-depth analysis and balanced reporting.
Based in Agra and Lucknow, Vishal balances his professional commitments with family life. Academically, he has studied Life Sciences, Law, and Business Management, and has pursued studies in journalism and mass communication. His journalism covers current affairs, business, and social issues, with a focus on factual reporting and avoiding controversial topics that could harm social harmony.
As a poet inspired by Urdu legends like Ghalib and Nazir Akbarabadi, Vishal’s work combines personal insight with societal critique. He actively promotes communal harmony through his role as Vice-Chairman of Hindustani Biradari, an organization founded to emphasize unity beyond religion and caste. He is also Secretary of the Agra Tourist Welfare Chamber and was also a member of Agra’s Heritage and History Conservation Committee, working to preserve the city’s cultural heritage.
Professionally, Vishal brings his cyber security expertise to his media work, enhancing the technical and editorial quality of his news platforms. His interests include photography and travel, particularly exploring India’s diverse landscapes and cultural heritage sites like Rajasthan, especially Sariska. His contributions reflect a steady commitment to journalism, cultural preservation, and social cohesion without excessive embellishment.
International Day of Yoga will be observed worldwide on the 21st of June. The theme for the International Day of Yoga this year is Yoga for Wellbeing. COVID pandemic continues to affect the lives and livelihoods of people the world over. The importance of Yoga in promoting the holistic health of people is very relevant at such a time. AIR correspondent takes a look at the benefits of doing Yoga.
