Tiruchirappalli, June 21 -- More than 500 people participated in a special yoga programme organised at Anna Sports Stadium in Tiruchirappalli on Sunday to mark the 12th International Day of Yoga, highlighting the growing popularity of the ancient Indian practice among people of all age groups.

The event was jointly organised by the Tamil Nadu Sports Development Authority and the Tiruchirappalli Yogasana Sports Development Association. Participants, including children, youth, and senior citizens, gathered at the stadium to perform various yoga postures and breathing exercises aimed at promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, and overall health.

The session was conducted under the guidance of Yoga Guru Rajasekaran, who emphasised th...