The Stichting Netherlands Yogasana Sports Association (NYSA), under the leadership of its President, Adv. Pranita A. Deshpande, recently held a significant meeting with His Excellency Mr. Kumar Tuhin, the Ambassador of India to the Netherlands. This important interaction took place on Saturday, 18th January 2025, at the Embassy of India in The Hague, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
The meeting marked a pivotal moment for NYSA, offering a platform to present its initiatives and vision for promoting Yogasana as a competitive sport in the Netherlands. The delegation from NYSA included Adv. Pranita A. Deshpande, President of NYSA; Ms. Manasi Mohril, Secretary General of NYSA; Mr. Mayur Muley, Public Relations Officer and Director of NYSA; and Ms. Pinky Slager, Yoga Coach and Zonal Head of NYSA. Together, they showcased their plans to integrate Yogasana into the Dutch sporting landscape, emphasizing its potential to strengthen cultural and sporting ties between India and the Netherlands.
During the meeting, His Excellency Mr. Kumar Tuhin expressed his appreciation for NYSA’s dedication to Yogasana and its efforts to introduce this ancient Indian practice to a wider audience in the Netherlands. He encouraged the association to continue its work and highlighted the importance of cultural exchange and collaboration between the two nations.
The NYSA delegation, in turn, expressed their heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to discuss their vision with the Ambassador. They acknowledged the meeting as a source of immense encouragement and inspiration to further their mission of promoting Yogasana as a sport that blends physical well-being with cultural heritage.
This meeting symbolizes a step forward in NYSA’s journey to establish Yogasana as a recognized sport in the Netherlands. It also serves as a reminder of the shared heritage between India and the Netherlands, underscoring the role of traditional practices in fostering international unity and understanding.
NYSA remains committed to its goal of promoting Yogasana and strengthening the cultural bond between the two nations, ensuring that the rich legacy of this ancient practice continues to thrive on a global scale.