Sri Lanka, June 22 -- The 12th International Yoga Day was celebrated on June 21 at Independence Square in Colombo. This year's theme, "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," underscored the message that wellness has no age limit, emphasising yoga's vital role in promoting mobility, strength, mental well-being, and independence at every stage of life.

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution piloted by India in 2014, proclaiming June 21 each year as International Yoga Day. The resolution was supported by more than 170 countries, with Sri Lanka being one of the co-sponsors.

The Yoga Day event was organised by the Indian High Commission and its cultural arm, the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC), in collaboration with the ...