'India's Gift To The World': British MP Bob Blackman Hosts Yoga Event In UK Parliament

Last Updated:June 19, 2025, 23:51 IST

Yoga Day is observed every year on June 21 to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being

The event, held just ahead of Yoga Day on June 21, saw the participation of several Members of Parliament and staff.

British Conservative MP Bob Blackman on Thursday hosted a special yoga session in the UK Parliament. The event, held just ahead of Yoga Day on June 21, saw the participation of several Members of Parliament and staff.

Sharing photos from the gathering on social media platform X, Blackman wrote, “I hostedhosted a fantastic Yoga event in Parliament, atended by many MPs and colleagues. Yoga is India’s gift to the world!"

Earlier in the day, he had invited his fellow parliamentarians to join the session.

“This Saturday is the longest day and also #YogaDay – India’s gift to the world! I invited colleagues to our Yoga event in Parliament, to practice yoga and having a healthy, long life," he shared on the platform.

Yoga Day is observed every year on June 21 to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Recognised by the United Nations in 2014, the day highlights the many benefits of yoga, from improving flexibility and strength to reducing stress and anxiety.

Events are held across the globe to raise awareness of the positive impact of yoga on overall health and quality of life.

Blackman, MP for Harrow East, is well-known for his strong support for India in the UK Parliament. He has repeatedly spoken out in favour of India’s domestic and foreign policy stances and has openly criticised Pakistan for allegedly backing cross-border terrorism.

Earlier this month, Blackman had called on the UK government, led by Labour’s Keir Starmer, to stand firmly with India in its fight against terrorism. He had also highlighted his meeting with an all-party delegation of Indian parliamentarians and reaffirmed his support for India’s military operation, Operation Sindoor, calling Pakistan a “failed state" in the context of terrorism.

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