The Government of India has decided to promote Yogasana as a competitive sport.
- National Yogasana Sports Federation of India (NYSFI) recognized as a National Sports Federation for promotion & development of Yogasana.
- Presently Ministry of AYUSH and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports are closely working together to establish yogasana as a competitive sport globally.
- According to the Minister of Ayush Shripad Yesso Naik, the reason behind making yogasana as a competitive sport is to encourage the practice of yoga and help improve the physical and mental wellbeing of the people.
- He said, this competition promotes yoga as a sport will enhance interest in yoga among the people around the globe.
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