A total of 16 countries will participate in the second Asian Yogasana Championship, scheduled to be held at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi from March 29 to 31.
The championship is being organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in collaboration with the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and Yogasana Bharat.
The championship aims to promote Yogasana as a sport on an international platform while embracing its rich heritage and deep-rooted cultural significance.
The event is being supported by the Olympic Council of Asia, World Yogasana, Asian Yogasana and Yogasana Indraprastha.
It will also help create a roadmap towards inclusion of the discipline in the Olympic curriculum.
With a vision to establish Yogasana as a mainstream global sport, the event will offer a display of balance, strength, and flexibility, highlighting the immense potential of the sport.
Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, highlighted India’s pivotal role in Yoga’s global journey, stating, “India, the birthplace of Yoga, is honoured to host the 2nd Asian Yogasana Championship. This event is more than just a competition; it is a celebration of our ancient wisdom evolving into a modern competitive sport. We are committed to making Yosgasana’s a global sporting discipline, and this championship is a significant step toward that goal.
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Jaideep Arya, Secretary General of World Yogasana, emphasized the growing enthusiasm for the discipline, stating, “The 2nd Asian Yogasana Championship in New Delhi showcases the exceptional athletes of Asia, highlighting the strength, flexibility, and discipline of this ancient practice.”
He said, “We are committed to its development as a mainstream sport and hope this event will inspire future generations to embrace Yogasana for both athletic excellence and holistic wellness.”
