On the occasion of the 10th International Day of Yoga, the Embassy of India in Muscat, in collaboration with the Indian School Muscat, organized a grand celebration that saw the participation of over 2,000 individuals from various backgrounds. The event featured a common Yoga Protocol session with this year’s theme being “Yoga for Self and Society,” emphasizing the positive impact yoga has on both personal well-being and societal harmony. Ambassador Amit Narang highlighted the essence of yoga in today’s context, stating that it not only promotes physical and mental health but also fosters unity and harmony within communities.
Leading up to the International Day of Yoga, the Embassy launched the “Marhaban Yoga: Health, Harmony, and Healing” initiative in April 2024. This initiative included more than 30 yoga events conducted in collaboration with various yoga organizations throughout Oman, catering to individuals of all ages. These events focused on different aspects of yoga such as health, harmony, healing, peace, mindfulness, and overall well-being, showcasing the diverse benefits yoga has to offer. A significant flagship event took place in Salalah, drawing over 300 participants, including esteemed Omani dignitaries, further promoting the widespread practice of yoga in the region.
The success of the “Marhaban Yoga” initiative builds on previous efforts such as the Oman Yoga Yatra in 2022 and the Muscat Yog Mahotsav in 2023, all aimed at popularizing yoga in Oman. The growing popularity of yoga as a health and wellness discipline continues to attract a wide range of practitioners in Oman, who recognize the countless benefits it offers for physical health, mental clarity, and emotional stability. Events like these not only promote yoga but also create a sense of unity and togetherness within the community, emphasizing the fundamental principles of the ancient practice.
The celebration of the 10th International Day of Yoga in Muscat brought together individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Indian nationals, resident ambassadors, Omani citizens, and students from Indian schools, to participate in a session of the common Yoga Protocol. The theme for this year’s celebration, “Yoga for Self and Society,” highlighted the significance of yoga in promoting individual well-being as well as societal harmony. Ambassador Amit Narang underscored the importance of yoga in enhancing personal health and strengthening social cohesion, expressing his gratitude to all participants, sponsors, and volunteers who made the event a success.
The “Marhaban Yoga: Health, Harmony, and Healing” initiative launched by the Indian Embassy in Muscat aimed to promote the practice of yoga throughout Oman by organizing over 30 yoga events in collaboration with various organizations. These events, which took place across the country, attracted participants of all ages and focused on different aspects of yoga such as health, peace, and mindfulness. A notable event in Salalah drew the participation of over 300 individuals, including Omani dignitaries, reflecting the growing popularity and acceptance of yoga in the region as a holistic practice that contributes to physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
As part of their ongoing efforts to promote yoga in Oman, the Embassy of India in Muscat has organized a series of successful initiatives such as the Oman Yoga Yatra in 2022 and the Muscat Yog Mahotsav in 2023. These events have played a key role in popularizing yoga as a health discipline in the region, attracting a diverse range of practitioners who have embraced its benefits. The positive response to these events demonstrates the growing interest in yoga in Oman, with more individuals recognizing its potential to enhance overall health and wellness, while fostering a sense of unity and harmony within the community.
