The event, the biggest of its kind in the province so far, was jointly held at Ngo Mon Square in the former imperial city of Hue by the Indian Embassy in Vietnam and Bao Viet Insurance Corporation.
Monica Sharma, Director of the Indian Embassy’s Swami Vivekananda Culture Centre, highlighted the benefits of yoga in creating harmony between the body, mind, and spirit, and promoting overall well-being.
Phan Thanh Hai, Director of the provincial Department of Culture and Sports, emphasized that this event aimed not only to be a sporting event, but also to spread the spirit of living happily, healthily, and positively, thereby making people’s lives more vibrant.
In the future, the department will continue to collaborate with the embassy and relevant parties to further promote the development of the Yoga movement.
On the occasion, the Bao Viet Insurance Corporation presented 40 bicycles to hardworking students in the area, to encourage them to continue their efforts to overcome difficult circumstances and pursue a brighter future.
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