In Photos | Yoga day celebrations across the world capture spirit of wellness & unity

Thousands of yoga enthusiasts from across the world rolled out their colourful yoga mats as they joined sessions of the ancient Indian practice to commemorate the International Day of Yoga.

The Consulate General of India in New York, in partnership with Times Square Alliance, celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) at the iconic Times Square

In China, thousands of people participated in several yoga events, signifying the growing popularity of the practice in the country.

In the UK, hundreds of people gathered at an iconic square on the Strand in London to join in a series of expert-led asanas and breathing techniques

The draft UNGA resolution establishing the International Day of Yoga was proposed by India and endorsed by a record 175 member states.

A child lies atop his mother as she takes part in the International Yoga day at Times Square.

People practise yoga in large numbers at Times Square in New York. 

This year's theme for the day - Yoga for One Earth, One Health’ is rooted in the ‘One Earth, One Health’ approach

Eminent physician, author and wellness guru Deepak Chopra led a special guided meditation session to mark the International Yoga Day at the UN headquarters