more-inIndia’s soft power, already riding high on the mega-success of Aamir Khan’s blockbuster — Dangal — in China, got another boost on Tuesday, with enthusiasts from both countries, climbing a section of the Great Wall, to perform yoga. In the early hours on Tuesday, around 200 yoga practitioners from India and China carried out simple exercises, inspired by India’s ancient wellness art. Maiden eventThe maiden joint yoga event on the Great Wall, took place on the eve of the International Day of Yoga. The Embassy of India in Beijing, along with the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and Yogi Yoga co-hosted the event. Close to a thousand people are expected to practice yoga on Wednesday to observe the International Yoga Day in the Beijing’s Central Business District.

Source: The Hindu June 20, 2017 15:45 UTC