NYKS Core Programmes 2019-20

Mass Yoga Demonstration and activities as part of observance of International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2019 at State, District, Block and Village levels

Background

Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi at the 69 Session of United Nations General Assembly on September 27, 2014 urged the world community to adopt an International Day of Yoga.

Hon'ble Prime Minister shared with global community that "Yoga is an invaluable gift of ancient Indian tradition. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfillment; harmony between man and nature and a holistic approach to health and well-being. Yoga is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with ourselves, the world and Nature. By changing our lifestyle and creating consciousness, it can help us to deal with climate change. Let us work towards adopting an International Yoga Day."

It’s a matter of great pride and honour for all the Indians that on December 11, 2014, the United Nations General Assembly approved the proposal by consensus with a record 177 co-sponsoring countries a resolution to establish 21 June as "International Day of Yoga". It’s an acknowledgement by the Global community of India’s rich cultural heritage and ideological contributions towards Global Unity Harmony as well as Peace and Development.

Yoga is our traditional cultural heritage and close to the heart of every Indian. Yoga is practiced worldwide and owing to its non-invasive nature and drugless character, has gained international patronage. Yoga is the way of life of a person and helps to keep their body and mind healthy.

Celebration of International Day of Yoga on 21st June, 2019 with participation of large number of people in general and youth in particular is the top priority of Govt. of India.

Preparatory Activities and Points to be Taken Care of

Preparatory meetings with District Administration, AYUSH, NGOs, NCC, NSS, Red Cross, Principals of Schools and Colleges and other Agencies should be organized for their active participation, support and training of youth.
Each of 280 District NYKs should ensure Yoga Demonstration as per Common Yoga Protocol at District Hqr.
District NYKs will train and motivate the NYKs Youth Clubs during Block Neighbourhood Youth Parliament to celebrate International Day of Yoga on 21st June, 2019 at sub-district level or in their respective villages.
District NYKs will free to organize activities at District, Cluster and Block level on 21st June, 2019, but it should be ensured that the Day is observed in most of the villages where Youth Clubs exist.
Yoga Demonstration and Exhibitions will be organized at district level.
Involvement of Public Representatives and Civil Administration at all levels should be ensured:
Identification of Yoga Trainers - They should be identified well in advance for learning, training and practice Yoga at different levels.
Eminent Yoga Gurus should be identified and honoured on 21st June, 2019 during functions at District and State levels.
The copies of the booklet and DVD/CD should be provided to each of the participant as a part of their kit bag material.
The Booklet (both Hindi and English), DVD and design of Logo developed by M/o AYUSH will be placed on NYKS website: www.nyks.org, which could be used for necessary guidance and publicity along with NYKS name and Logo.
Training, Learn and Practice Yoga Sessions - NYKS functionaries should make a plan to train youth in Common Yoga Protocol.

Type of Programmes and Activities to be Undertaken

Block Neighbourhood Youth Parliament

For motivation of NYKs Youth Clubs, Neighbourhood Youth Parliaments at Block level with a participation of Youth Leaders from Youth Clubs as well youth from various walks of life should be organized. Following actions should be looked into and complied with by field functionaries:

The Neighborhood Youth Parliaments at Block @ Rs. 12,000/- should be completed between 10th to 19th June, 2019 with participation of 80 youth as per laid down procedure and Guidelines.
Proper training of Presidents / Secretaries / office bearers in Yoga by specialists/ Yoga Gurus, should be ensured. Rehearsal of Yoga at all levels on 19th and 20th June, 2019 will be mandatory.
Besides, the services of AYUSH experts, other experts for training on Yoga as per Common Yoga Protocol should be availed and those Asanas given in AYUSH Booklet be practiced in same sequence.
During conduct of the Neighbourhood Youth Parliaments, the Leaders of Youth Clubs should be motivated to organize Yoga Camps/ Demonstrations as per Common Yoga Protocol and showing of Film/Video on Yoga in their respective villages / sub-district level and organizations by mobilizing local Yoga experts and resources on 21st June, 2019
Maximum number of villagers should be motivated to take part in the Yoga Camps/ Demonstrations.
The services of NGOs and their experts, identified by M/o AYUSH should be utilized for training and demonstration.
The copies of the booklet and DVD/CD should be provided to the participants as a part of their kit bag material.
The Booklet (both Hindi and English), DVD and design of Logo developed by M/o AYUSH will be placed on NYKS website: www.nyks.nic.in, which should be used for necessary guidance and publicity along with NYKS name and Logo.

b) District Youth Convention - District Level Yoga Demonstration, Function and Exhibitions

280 District level with full time Youth Coordinator involving local youth to organize mass Yoga practice/ Demonstration as per Common Yoga Protocol
District Youth Convention should be organized as per the Guidelines of Annual Action Plan 2019-20.
Rs. 30,000/- should be earmarked for the District Youth Convention. Participation of a minimum of 200 youth should be ensured.

Yoga – Yoga for Health, Harmony and Peace and Yoga for Body & Beyond
Yoga not only develop a person's body but also the mind as well as it is key for coordination
Yoga and its importance and usefulness in treatment of ailments

c) Mega State Level Yoga Demonstration, Function and Youth Conventions

Mega State level in 10 selected State Capitals involving 2,500 youth. For this purpose, budgetary provision of Rs. 1.00 Crore has been made in Annual Action Plan 2019-20.
Points to be looked into by State Directors for successful implementation of Mega State level observance of International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2019 in State Capitals, action on the following points is required:

a. The names of Yoga Gurus should be identified and selected in advance. They should suitable be honoured with Memento, shawl and flowers.

b. Invite National Personalities and Icons.

c. All form of Media should be involved.

d. Issue local advertisements at local and State level by State Directors.

e. Big Flex banners 10-12 days before the program.

f. VIPs should be invited and finalize their schedule in advance

g. Youth Convention, Lectures by Experts on different subjects of Yoga

Common Points for Reference

Youth as participants should be drawn from all walks and sections of society. 30 % of the participants should be young women.
Where District and State Administration is spending money in that case NYKs should not spend their budget on same items.
Video (Film) should be shown during the functions.
For visibility of the NYK Programme, sufficient number of Banners should be displayed on the venue of the programme. On the Banners, the Logo of International Day of Yoga - 21st June, 2019 and the Theme (Yoga for Harmony and Peace) should be displayed.
On the Home Page of NYKS website: www.nyks.nic.in, Logo of International Day of Yoga will be placed. While clicking the Logo, a new window will open where one will find a Booklet on Common Yoga Protocol in Hindi and English, Posters and Video related to International Day of Yoga.

Coordination and Synergy

Head of NSS, NCC, SAI, Red Cross Society, Principals of Schools, Colleges, Institutes, Assam Riffles, AYUSH, Yoga Organizations, Young Achievers, Awardees and others who can facilitate will be coordinated, discussed and mobilize resources.
The services of NGOs, Yoga Organizations and their experts, identified by M/o AYUSH and other organizations should be coordinated and utilized.

Coverage Both in Print and Electronic Media

Massive coverage both in print and electronic media should be ensured.
District NYKs should ensure coverage both in print and electronic media for activities carried out by District NYKs at District level and affiliated Youth Clubs at village level.
For this purpose, Press Conferences could be organized in advance on voluntary basis.
Press release and photographs be given for media print, audio/ video (TV) and internet/ websites as well as social media.
Plans be tied up with PIB, ANI, UNI, DD AIR and others as well as Print Media

Coverage, Level and Youth Participation

Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), the world’s one of the largest youth network has planned to organize Mass Yoga Demonstration and activities at: