Yoga Connects Cultures: Israel Consulate Celebrates International Yoga Day in Mumbai
On 21 June, the Consulate General of Israel in Mumbai hosted a special yoga session at AUM Life, a wellness hub focused on yoga, meditation, Ayurveda, and holistic living. Highlights of the Event - Led by Rasika Akshad Pawar, a renowned yoga instructor and wellness educator. - Attended by diplomats, friends of Israel, and wellness enthusiasts. - Ms. Avishag Hefer, Deputy Chief of Mission, joined the practice — she is a daily yoga practitioner. - Guests enjoyed a healthy breakfast after the session. Cultural Connection - Yoga was celebrated as one of India’s greatest gifts to the world, with growing popularity in Israel. - Thousands of Israelis now practice yoga regularly for fitness, mindfulness, and balance. - Similar events were held across Israel, symbolizing the friendship between India and Israel and their shared values of health and cultural exchange. Consul General Yaniv Revach remarked: "Yoga is a wonderful gift that India has shared with the world… Events like this are a great way to bring people together and celebrate the strong friendship between India and Israel." This event beautifully illustrates how wellness traditions can serve as bridges between cultures, strengthening people-to-people ties while promoting healthy living.
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