Ministry of Ayush invites applications for PM Yoga Awards 2022

Ministry of Ayush (MoA) has invited applications for PM Yoga Awards 2022 from people with outstanding contributions towards the development and promotion of yoga at national and international levels.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced two yoga awards on the second international day of yoga including one International and another National – to be given on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga. The purpose is to recognize and felicitate individuals and organisations who have made a notable impact on society for a sustained period of time by way of promotion and development of Yoga. The applicants/nominees for these awards should have a rich experience in and a deep understanding of Yoga.

The name of the winners will be announced on the 8th International Day of Yoga to be held on June 21, 2022. The winners will get trophy, certificate and cash awards of INR 25 lakh. In the case of joint winners, the awards would be divided amongst the winners.

PM Yoga Awards 2022 Evaluation Criteria

It includes contributions to the body of knowledge, to the promotion of Yoga among the masses as a means for mental, physical and spiritual health and impact on society by way of strengthening ethical and spiritual values.

PM Yoga Awards are being proposed to be given each year for exemplary contribution in the field of Yoga, towards the development and promotion of Yoga.

The award would be given annually on the occasion of “International Day of Yoga (IDY)” (21ST June). 21ST June has been declared as IDY, commonly referred to as Yoga Day, by the United Nations General Assembly.

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