Times Square Transforms into Yoga Haven for International Day Celebrations

Thousands of yoga enthusiasts gathered at Times Square for day-long yoga sessions to celebrate the International Day of Yoga. Organized by the Consulate General of India in New York and Times Square Alliance, the event featured various yoga and meditation sessions led by experts, including Richa Dhekne.

Thousands of yoga enthusiasts and practitioners assembled in the iconic Times Square for day-long sessions of the ancient Indian practice, as part of the commemorations for the International Day of Yoga.

The Consulate General of India in New York, along with the Times Square Alliance, hosted a series of special yoga sessions on Thursday, coinciding with the summer solstice. Yoga enthusiasts geared up to celebrate the International Day of Yoga, marked annually on June 21.

Despite heat advisories due to high temperatures reaching 93°F (33.8°C), people from diverse nationalities rolled out their yoga mats at the heart of New York City. Yoga and Breath Meditation instructor Richa Dhekne, with over two decades of experience with the Art of Living Foundation, led sessions organized by the Consulate General of India in New York.

The event, expected to host 8,000-10,000 participants, highlighted the day's theme, 'Yoga for Self and Society.' Consul General of India in New York, Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, praised the enthusiasm of participants from various nationalities and expressed hope that the celebrations would inspire many across the United States.

The Consulate celebrated the 10th International Day of Yoga at Times Square with seven yoga sessions, which attracted about 10,000 people. Officials, staff from the Indian Consulate, and members of the diaspora joined the festivities. Leading up to the event, additional yoga sessions were held at Bryant Park and Central Park, including a special session for women.

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