Satish Sharma Attends International Yoga Day Celebrations and Advocates for Healthier Society
SRINAGAR, JUNE 21, 2026: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Transport, Information Technology, Science and Technology, and Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, today participated in the International Yoga Day celebrations. He joined hundreds of yoga enthusiasts, students, officials, and citizens in observing the global event dedicated to health, wellness, and harmony.
The Minister actively participated in the yoga session and extended warm greetings to the public, emphasizing that yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient heritage that promotes physical fitness, mental well-being, and spiritual harmony.Addressing the gathering, Satish Sharma highlighted that yoga has emerged as a global movement for healthy living, transcending the boundaries of age, culture, and nationality.
He stated that the regular practice of yoga helps reduce stress, enhances physical fitness, improves concentration, and instills discipline, making it an effective tool for leading a balanced and productive life. The Minister further noted that the present government is placing enhanced emphasis on promoting a healthy lifestyle among the youth through sports, fitness, and wellness initiatives.
He explained that yoga complements sports by improving flexibility, endurance, focus, and overall physical conditioning, making it an integral part of holistic development.Calling upon the younger generation to adopt yoga as a daily habit, Satish Sharma said that investing a few minutes every day in the practice can significantly improve physical and mental health while helping individuals cope with the challenges of modern life.
He urged educational institutions, sports bodies, and community organizations to continue organizing yoga sessions throughout the year to ensure its benefits reach every section of society. Senior officers of the Youth Services and Sports Department, alongside coaches, sports persons, and administrative officials, were also present during the program.