, World Meditation Day was celebrated in Kathmandu today with various programs.
The United Nations has designated December 21 as World Meditation Day, and the occasion is being observed across Nepal as well. The UN General Assembly has recognized yoga and meditation as complementary approaches to health and well-being.
On December 7 last year, the United Nations officially declared December 21 as World Meditation Day. The day was observed for the first time the same year at Tundikhel under the government’s initiative. This year, the celebration is being organized by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.
