PIONEER NEWS SERVICE/ Dehradun
Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board hosted International Yoga Day commemorative programmes in Vibrant Villages of Uttarakhand like Mana, Malari, Jadung, Nilang, Harsil, Dugtu and Nabidhang among others under several districts namely Uttarkashi, Chamoli, and Pithoragarh. This initiative marks a significant step towards promoting rural tourism, health awareness and cultural consciousness in these remote areas, said the Tourism officers.
A large number of locals, youth, school children and Indian Army personnel actively participated in the programme. Under the guidance of experienced yoga instructors, participants learned and practised various yoga postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama) and meditation practices.
The Forest officials further said that the objective of the programme was not just to highlight the importance of yoga and healthy living in rural and border regions but also to align with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of empowering border villages socially, culturally and economically under the Vibrant Villages initiative.
On this occasion, the secretary of Tourism/CEO, UTDB, said that efforts are underway to develop these vibrant villages into centres of yoga tourism and local development, which will help to attract more tourists and generate employment opportunities for local youth. He further said that Uttarakhand Tourism department remains committed to organising such programmes in the future to strengthen the local economy and promote holistic development in border areas.
