Hyderabad, June 21 -- Telangana health minister C Damodar Raja Narasimha on Saturday, June 21 said that yoga is the greatest gift from India to the world.

Addressing a gathering at the Gachibowli Stadium on the occasion of International Yoga Day, Narsimha said that the nation should remember Maharishi Patanjali who initiated the practice of Yoga.

"Yoga is not just an exercise, it unites the body, mind and soul. It is the best solution to health issues such as blood pressure, sugar and cancer," Narasimha added. The health minister stressed that determination and a good teacher are required to do yoga; adding that the exercise helps strengthen mental clarity, physical strength and concentration.

"The Telangana government is taking steps ...