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The importance of fitness in daily life is truly immense. Yoga is one of the popular mediums to stay fit which is now being accepted globally. As we gear up for the International Day of Yoga 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday India’s vision for a healthier world population.
Apart from this, PM Narendra Modi also mentioned about this year’s theme, 'Yoga for One Earth One Health'.
“The first International Yoga Day was celebrated 10 years ago on the 21st of June, 2015. Now this day has taken the shape of a grand festival of yoga. This is such a priceless gift from India to humanity, which is going to be very useful for future generations,”said PM Modi during his recent address in Mann Ki Baat.
The 2025 theme highlights yoga’s role in promoting physical, mental, and environmental well-being, aligning with global calls for sustainability and unity. It builds on a decade of success since the United Nations recognized June 21 as International Day of Yoga, following India’s proposal in 2014.
This year IDY activities will revolve around 10 unique signature events to mark the 11th edition of the global event, which makes it the most expansive and inclusive:
Yoga Sangama – A synchronised Yoga demonstration at 10,000 locations, aiming for a world record.
Yoga Bandhan – Global partnerships with 10 countries to host Yoga sessions at iconic landmarks.
Yoga Parks– Development of 1,000 Yoga Parks for long-term community engagement.
Yoga Samavesh – Special Yoga programs for Divyangjan, senior citizens, children, and marginalised groups.
Yoga Prabhava – A decadal impact assessment on Yoga’s role in public health.
Yoga Connect – A Virtual Global Yoga Summit featuring renowned Yoga experts and healthcare professionals.
Harit Yoga – A sustainability-driven initiative combining Yoga with tree planting and clean-up drives.
Yoga Unplugged- An event to attract young people to Yoga
Yoga Maha Kumbh – A week-long festival across 10 locations, culminating in a central celebration led by the Prime Minister.
Samyogam – A 100-day initiative integrating Yoga with modern healthcare for holistic wellness.