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Jashpurnagar, June 21, 2025 – Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai joined thousands of people in a grand yoga session at the district headquarters of Jashpur to mark International Yoga Day. Extending his greetings and best wishes on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that yoga is not a new practice for our country – it has been a part of our lives since ancient times and was developed by sages and seers of India. He acknowledged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi brought global attention to yoga, successfully having it recognized by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014, leading to the annual observance of International Yoga Day every June 21 from 2015 onward.
He expressed pride in the fact that yoga is now practiced in over 175 countries worldwide. Alongside the CM, public representatives, school children, citizens, officials, and employees participated in the session with great enthusiasm. Under the guidance of yoga instructors, various asanas including Chakrasana, Ardha Chakrasana, Kapalbhati, Anulom-Vilom, Pranayama, and Vajrasana were performed.
Mr. Sai urged everyone to incorporate yoga into their daily routines, noting that it brings balance to both mind and soul and helps prevent and cure serious illnesses. He also emphasized the use of generic medicines, which are equally effective as branded ones but more affordable and accessible for the poor.
Children participated in large numbers, and the CM pointed out that yoga improves focus and calmness in young minds.
Chief Minister Performs Bhoomi Pujan for Nalanda Campus
The Chief Minister performed the Bhoomi Pujan for a new Nalanda Campus, a 500-seater educational facility estimated at ₹11.29 crores, to be constructed over 2 acres, including a garden. He stated that the campus would greatly benefit underprivileged children, especially those in villages who now actively prepare for and succeed in major examinations. Since not everyone can migrate to big cities for studies, the state government has taken the initiative to build Nalanda campuses in all district headquarters and major cities.
CM Inaugurates and Lays Foundation Stones for Development Projects Worth ₹107 Crores
On this occasion, CM Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated and performed Bhoomi Pujan for development projects totaling ₹107.81 crores. This includes:
₹61.20 crores for 85 projects in Jashpur Assembly area (foundation stones)
₹15.80 crores for 6 completed projects (inauguration)
₹24.90 crores for 15 new projects in Farsabahar block under Kunkuri Assembly
₹5.91 crores for 4 completed projects
The Chief Minister also appealed to everyone to plant a tree in their mother’s name during the rainy season. He asked people to either plant trees in the presence of their mothers or place her photo and take lifelong responsibility for its care.
He honored yoga trainers from the Yoga Commission with certificates and mementos.
Yoga is Beyond All Discrimination – Minister Rajwade
Social Welfare Minister Smt. Laxmi Rajwade said yoga transcends caste, religion, and gender, and is beneficial to all. She emphasized that June 21, the longest day of the year, is celebrated worldwide as Yoga Day thanks to PM Modi’s efforts to elevate yoga on the global stage. This year’s theme is “One Earth, One Health”, highlighting the interconnectedness of planetary and human health. She also urged people to plant more trees as part of the Green Yoga initiative.
Yoga Commission Chairman and Officials Speak
Yoga Commission Chairman Mr. Roop Narayan Sinha praised the natural beauty of Jashpur, calling it ideal for yoga. He noted that the region produces quality tea, cashew, and pears and said the area’s divine environment is conducive to good health. He reminded everyone that yoga is not just a subject to study, but a lifestyle to live by.
Collector Mr. Rohit Vyas expressed his gratitude to all participants. The welcome address was given by the Director of Social Welfare Department, Ms. Roktima Yadav. Yoga instructors Mr. Chhabilal Sahu, Ms. Jyoti Sahu, and their team were honored with mementos.
A specially-abled girl performed challenging yoga poses, inspiring others to take up yoga.
Dignitaries Present
Former MP Ranvijay Singh Judeo, Padma Shri Jageshwar Ram Yadav, Jashpur MLA Raimuni Bhagat, District Panchayat President Salik Sai, State Construction Workers Board Chairman Rampratap Singh, Matikala Board’s Shambhunath Chakravarti, Municipality President Arvind Bhagat, Vice President Yash Pratap Singh Judeo, Commissioner Narendra Dugge, IG Deepak Jha, Collector Rohit Vyas, SSP Shashi Mohan Singh, and CEO of District Panchayat Mr. Abhishek Kumar were present among many other public representatives, dignitaries, school children, and representatives of yoga organizations.
