Bugun Havo Juda Ajoyib. Shunday Emasmi? Advisor to Minister of Sports H.E. Mr. Sharifjon Momindjanov Deputy Chairman of Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan Mr. Sardor Rakhmatullaev UN Resident Coordinator H.E. Ms. Sabine Machl Ambassador of Palestine H.E. Mr. Waill Ahmed Batrekhi Friends from diplomatic community Ladies, gentlemen, yogis and yoginis, When Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan and Lal Bahadur Shastri Centre for Indian Culture under the guidance of Ministry of Sports come together, magic happens. The union of mind, body and soul happens. We feel oneness of humanity, that we are part of the same consciousness, that world is one family, as it was said 3000 years ago in the sacred land of India – “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”. As the world faces turmoil, geopolitical tensions and chaos, the longing for inner peace intensifies. Let me take this opportunity to thank the Ministry of Sports, the Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan for hosting this event. Let me thank the Indian Culture Centre for their strong support. I would also like to congratulate the Yoga Federation of Uzbekistan for their spectacular performance at the 1st Yogasana World Championship. This is testimony to the stupendous work being done by the Federation to promote well-being, health and inner tranquillity. I also wanted to inform you all that close to 520 teachers in Uzbekistan have been certified by the Yoga Certification Board of India. These teachers are certified experts in authentic yoga. They are valuable resources in Uzbekistan towards promoting well-being and peace. I also thank the Yoga Federation for co-hosting the first ever regional conference on Yoga in Tashkent which witnessed participation of 10 countries. With its scenic beauty and ease of travel, Uzbekistan has the potential to become a hub of Yoga, well-being and peace in Central Asia. For now, let us breathe in fresh air and open our hearts. Happy International Day of Yoga to all. Markaziy Bog’da Yoga Bilan Shug’unlanishga Har Doim Maroqli Joy.