Yoga Across the Midlands – A Month of Wellness & Community Spirit

Tuning Your Body With Ancient Wisdom – 4th June
Hosted at the Consulate, this session with Ms. Anupama Monga and Ms. Ketki Gokhale emphasized ancient yogic practices for holistic health. It attracted both beginners and seasoned practitioners looking to deepen their connection to yoga’s traditional roots.

Sacred Harmony: A Mindful Yoga Journey of Inner Awakening – 11th June

A transformative session led by Dr. Mona Khurana and Mr. Amit Khanna, focused on deep meditation and breathwork. This event served as a powerful prelude to the larger celebrations, nurturing inner awareness and collective calm.

Fun Yoga for Kids – 13th June
In a pioneering move, the Consulate hosted its first children's yoga session, offering a joyful and holistic introduction to mindfulness and movement. It encouraged wellness habits from an early age in a playful and engaging environment.

Mental Well-being Session with Brahma Kumaris, Art of Living & Heartfulness – 17th June

This serene gathering at the Consulate brought together prominent Indian spiritual organisations to highlight yoga’s role in addressing mental health challenges. Participants engaged in breathwork, mindfulness, and stress-reducing techniques.

University Outreach: Yoga in the Midlands – 17th & 19th June
Yoga sessions were held at University College Birmingham and Birmingham City University, engaging students and faculty in a shared experience of calm, focus, and rejuvenation. The events underscored the importance of wellness in academic environments.

Yoga at Guru Ravidaas – 19th June
This spiritual session welcomed local community members to collectively embrace yoga as part of daily life. The gathering created a meaningful blend of spirituality and physical wellness.

Yoga Celebration at Brahma Kumaris Leicester – 22nd June
Attended by Mr. Aman Bansal, Consul (Commerce, Community & Culture), this event showcased the synergy of meditation and physical yoga. It celebrated mental clarity and emphasized the role of inner stillness in modern life.

Yoga at Chesterton Windmill, Warwickshire – 26th June
Set against the iconic 17th-century Chesterton Windmill, this session was a unique celebration of yoga, nature, and community. The Indian diaspora of Warwickshire came together in a scenic, symbolic display of mindfulness and cultural pride.

Yoga in Community Spaces – Throughout June
Dynamic sessions were held across Arya Samaj, Hindu Community Centre Sutton Coldfield, Smethwick Library, and Harborne Academy. These events made yoga accessible and inclusive, fostering a sense of unity and shared wellness in diverse settings.

Community Unity in Leamington Spa – 29th June
Concluding the month-long celebration, communities in Leamington Spa came together in a powerful display of solidarity and wellness. The event reinforced the global message of Yoga for One Earth, One Health, echoing unity in diversity.

Conclusion
The Consulate General of India, Birmingham, successfully orchestrated a month-long celebration of yoga across the Midlands, fostering inclusivity, health, and intercultural exchange. With the Grand Event at Victoria Square on 21st June as the centrepiece, the entire month was a vibrant mosaic of physical vitality, mental resilience, and spiritual harmony—a true embodiment of yoga’s timeless essence.