Beijing, June 20 -- Indian embassies and missions across the world are holding celebrations as the countdown to the 12th International Yoga Day begins, drawing in thousands of practitioners and enthusiasts globally.

In a post on X, the Indian Embassy in China shared glimpses from the celebration in Beijing where scores of people actively participated in the yoga session.

"Mats rolled out, movement in flow, mindfulness in focus - more glimpses from the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations in Beijing, organised by the Embassy of India.

Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Japan said that it would hold the celebrations on Sunday at the Tsukiji Hongan-ji Temple and invited people to come over as they engage in the ancient practice synch...