Yoga Day

June 29, 2025 11:39 AM

International Day of Yoga conveyed message of peace, stability: PM Modi in ‘Mann Ki Baat’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised the nationwide and global celebrations of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025, calling them a grand and meaningful expression of peace, stability and balance. Addressing the 123rd episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', PM Modi said Yoga has become an integral part of people's lives, both in India and across the world. "All of you right now must be feeling the energy of Yoga and the memories of the International Day of Yoga. Th...

June 23, 2025 2:37 PM

Over 6,000 Gather for International Yoga Day Celebration at Sharjah Expo Centre

The Indian Consulate General in Dubai successfully hosted a major yoga celebration at Expo Centre Sharjah on the International Yoga Day, attracting over 6,000 participants from diverse communities to mark the 11th International Day of Yoga. The event exceeded expectations, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for yoga across the UAE. The Expo Centre was transformed into a hub of wellness and cultural exchange, with the event organized in collaboration with Friends of India, Ekatha, and the Arab Yo...

June 23, 2025 1:30 PM

PM Modi commends enthusiastic celebrations of Yoga Day across the world

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday appreciated the enthusiastic celebrations of the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) across India and around the world. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting shared a video showcasing yoga events held globally to mark IDY 2025. In a post on X, the Ministry said: "Across continents and time zones, the world moved in unity. The 11th International Yoga Day was celebrated with the theme: ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health.’ From ‘Me’ to ‘We,’...

June 22, 2025 2:43 PM

PM Modi lauds Andhra Pradesh’s role in promoting yoga on IYD 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday commended the people of Andhra Pradesh for their inspiring commitment to integrating Yoga into daily life, further propelling the nationwide movement for health and wellness. PM Modi praised the state’s grassroots enthusiasm and the proactive support shown under the Yogandhra initiative during the 11th International Yoga Day event held at Visakhapatnam on Saturday. Responding to a post by Guinness World Records on X, PM Modi said, “Yoga brings people ...

June 22, 2025 2:11 PM

Over 1,000 Participate in 11th International Day of Yoga Celebrations in Qatar

The 11th International Day of Yoga was celebrated in Qatar with enthusiastic participation from over 1,000 people, bringing together members of the Indian community and yoga practitioners in a vibrant display of unity and well-being. Organized by the Indian Embassy in collaboration with the Indian Sports Centre, the event took place at Ideal Indian School in Doha. The program featured a rhythmic yoga display by children, a yoga quiz, a challenge session, guided meditation, and a mass yoga practi...

June 21, 2025 9:41 AM

Yoga is for everyone, beyond age, backgrounds or boundaries: PM Modi in Visakhapatnam

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday took part in the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations, where he hailed yoga as a gift "beyond age" that transcends all boundaries and unites humanity in "health and harmony." The event took place against the scenic backdrop of the Visakhapatnam coastline, with Indian Navy ships stationed near the shore, adding to the grandeur of the celebrations. The Prime Minister praised the efforts of the Andhra Pradesh government and extended his appreciation...

June 21, 2025 7:46 AM

Kurukshetra hosts record-breaking event with one lakh participants on International Yoga Day

The 11th International Day of Yoga began with powerful energy and unity as Kurukshetra in Haryana hosted a record-breaking yoga session, where one lakh people, including 40,000 schoolchildren, came together to perform yoga at the sacred Brahma Sarovar. The grand state-level event was led by Yoga Guru Swami Ramdev and attended by Haryana Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini, Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, MP Naveen Jindal, and several other dignitaries. Under the guidance of Swami Ramdev, participants...

June 21, 2025 6:52 AM

Yoga for One Earth, One Health: PM Modi to lead grand 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations from Visakhapatnam

The 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) is set to be celebrated on a grand scale on Saturday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the national event in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The theme for this year is "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," which echoes India’s vision of global wellness and reflects the integrated vision of well-being. It emphasises the interconnectedness of human and planetary health, drawing from the Indian ethos of "Sarve Santu Niramaya" (May all be free from dis...

June 20, 2025 12:33 PM

100 tourist destinations, 50 cultural sites to mark Yoga Day

The Ministry of Culture will celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21 by hosting yoga sessions at 100 iconic tourist destinations and 50 cultural sites across the country. The initiative is part of a broader effort to blend India’s rich cultural heritage with its ancient wellness traditions. These events will run in parallel with the main national celebration, which will take place in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the obse...

June 20, 2025 12:31 PM

Gujarat to mark Yoga Day with state-level event in PM Modi’s hometown Vadnagar

Gujarat will mark the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21 with a state-level event in Vadnagar, the hometown of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The main celebration will take place at Sarmishta Lake, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Health Minister Rishikesh Patel, and Minister of State for Sports Harsh Sanghavi expected to attend. Prime Minister will lead the national event from Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. More than 1.5 crore people are expected to participate across over 60,000 loc...