Sadguru Mangeshda Kriya Yoga Foundation, led by Dr. H. H. Sadguru Yogiraj Sri Sri Mangeshda celebrated the 3rd International Day of Yoga in a jam packed auditorium in Mumbai. Many renowned dignitaries attended this special International Day of Yoga Celebrations. Padmashri Dr. Tatyarao Lahane (Dean Sir J.J. Hospital) was the Chief Guest. Dr. Jagannathrao Hegde (Noted Dental Surgeon & Ex-Sheriff, Mumbai) was the Guest of Honour. Other key speakers included renowned names from the field of Medicine which included Dr. Ajay Singh (Noted Psychiatrist & Singer), Dr. Rohini Samant (Noted Rheumatologist & Immunologist), Dr. Satish Kamat (Renowned Oncologist) & Ms. Himangi Bhatia (Lifestyle Nutritionist & Dietitian).

After the traditional lighting of the amp, the dignitaries inaugurated a special souvenir released by the Foundation on the occasion of International Day of Yoga.

The main program started with Revered Sadguruji havng an interaction with Dr. Lahane & Dr. Hegde. Their informal talk gave a lot of insight on their achievements. It was amazing to see how all the three KARMAYOGIS respected & applauded each other and it was sheer pleasure listening to them. Dr. Lahane also mentioned that as a part of Yoga Day Celebrations, Sadguruji has taken a special session in the morning for all the medical staff of Sir J. J. Hospital & it was an amazing experience.

Dr. Lahane & Dr. Hegde were felicitated by Sadguruji for their valuable contribution in the field of medicine. Dr. Hegde, in his over 50 years of practice, mentioned how important the practice of Yoga is in daily life. It not only helps us to be physically healthy but more importantly it helps us to be mentally fit and lead a healthy life free from diseases. He praised Sadguru Mangeshda’s efforts in uniting people and spreading Kriya Yoga across the globe and promoting World Peace. It was very interesting, motivating experience which was appreciated by the audience.

Sadguruji was presented with the “Bharat Jyoti” award certificate by Dr. Lahane and Dr. Hegde. The award was earlier presented to Sadguruji for his relentless work in the field of Yoga and other social work.

The audience then witnessed a classic session where the key speakers viz. Dr. Singh, Dr. Kamat, Dr. Samant & Ms. Himani Bhatia shared their inputs. All of them emphasized that Yoga is of great help & it helps improve physical as well as mental condition of patients. Revered Sadguruji with His vast experience of Yoga narrated how Yoga can indeed become a lifestyle & it is an absolutely brilliant way to keep the ailments away. It also helps in coping with stress & become a positive & energetic personality. He remarked that His life revolves around KRIYA YOGA & that is the core of His life. He credited KRIYA YOGA SADHANA for all His achievements in His life.

Revered Sadguruji also mentioned that as per the guidelines of CCRYN, our Foundation had conducted lot many Yoga workshops in the past one month in India & abroad benefiting many people. The sessions were conducted in Residential Societies, Schools, Corporate, Jogging Parks, etc. Also various competitions were conducted during this period. All the prize winners were honoured at the hands of Sadguruji & the dignitaries.

Sadguru Mangeshda, an epitome of fitness, then personally demonstrated various Asanas and Pranayams with the award winning students and that was a special moment of the evening!! He appealed all to practice it and include it in their daily routine.

He also mentioned that He was very pleased with the initiative taken by our respected Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi during his speech at the United Nations Assembly when he appealed to the World to celebrate 21st June as INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA. Sadguruji also mentioned that Yoga being one of the gifts to the world, by the above gesture of our Prime Minister will ensure that millions across India and the World will unitedly come together to celebrate this day, which he is very proud of.