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In conversation with
Yoga Mahotsav 2025:
Shri Subodh Tiwari
organised in New Delhi
Secretary General, Indian Yoga Association & CEO, a curtain-raiser to IDY 2025 IDY-2025 Spotlight
Kaivalyadhama
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was recognised as the Na onal Level Ins tute of International Day of Yoga 2025: 10 Signature Events
Higher Learning in Yoga. Therefore promo on of Yoga
has been one of our main objec ves. We offer nationalities, 84, participating in a single yoga
In conversation with
Cer ficate Course, Post Graduate Diploma, Diploma International Day of Yoga 2025: Shri Subodh Tiwari
event. Since then, every year on this day, millions
in Yoga Therapy, BA Yoga Shasthra, MA, PhD. We offer marking a decade of wellness Yoga Mahotsav 2025
Global partnerships with
In Service training to the school teachers , special across the globe unroll their yoga mats in unison, Kaivalyadhama A synchronised Yoga Catch the buzz among participants
Secretary General, Indian Yoga Association & CEO,
educators, police personnels. We offer in-depth June 21st marks the annual observa on of demonstra on at 1,00,000 10 countries to take the
celebrating IDY, which is a global recognition of
Teachers Training Course in Pranayama and also the Interna onal Day of Yoga (IDY), a global wellness What does Yoga mean to you loca ons across the country. rewards of Yoga to a wider
audience.
India’s ancient wellness tradition. What began as a
Con nuing Medical Educa on with Ministry of Ayush. movement that has created a feeling of unity, personally? How has its meaning Yoga Mahotsav 2025 held at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, under the aegis of the Morarji Desai Na onal Ins tute of Yoga
(MDNIY) and the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, marked the beginning of the 100-day countdown to IDY 2025.
vision articulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
We have maintained the depth of teaching and width going beyond geographical borders and cultural evolved over the years?
of exposure for the students. differences. Last year, over 24.52 crore people Shri Subodh Tiwari: Yoga is being able Bringing together Yoga enthusiasts, experts, and dignitaries from across the country, the Mahotsav showcases India's rich Yogic
heritage through interac ve sessions, demonstra ons, and insigh�ul discussions. With the unveiling of 10 transforma ve
has transformed into a worldwide movement for
The Morarji Desai Na onal Ins tute of Yoga (MDNIY), to be peaceful , quiet and reflec ve at ini a ves in the form of Signature Events, the event reaffirms India's commitment to promo ng Yoga as a global movement for
par cipated according to self-reported figures,
and this year promises to be even bigger.
health, peace, and unity.
under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, set your mind level, which enables you to harmony, and holis c well-being.
Highligh ng Yoga's inclusive
How does Indian Yoga Associa on (IYA) contribute to the stage for Interna onal Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 prac ce what you already know. The greatest The occasion brought together Yoga enthusiasts from all over the country. To capture the spirit of the Mahotsav, the IDY
The countdown to IDY 2025 began with the
Each year, IDY is celebrated with a central
Development of 1,000 Yoga
character through special
the standardiza on and regula on of Yoga prac ces with a grand curtain raiser named Yoga Mahotsav - challenge we face today is that, most of human beings Newsle�er team spoke with the par cipants and gathered their firsthand reviews. Let's hear some of them, and understand
grand Yoga Mahotsav on March 13th, 2025,
are knowledgeable thanks to the great virtual world,
theme that guides global events and discussions.
Yoga programs for Divyangjan,
Parks for long-term community
in India? 2025 at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. This event marked however, we don't implement a lot of good knowledge. their thoughts about Yoga:
ini a ng a 100-day journey of events across
India. These events include the Common Yoga
Shri Subodh Tiwari: Indian Yoga Associa on proudly the beginning of the 100-day countdown to IDY- Yoga is that enablement. engagement with Yoga. senior ci zens, children, and
Unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his
Protocol (CYP) trainings, discussions, and
other groups with special
unites all the tradi ons of Yoga , and is a living example 2025, and the unveiling of the 10 Signature Events Over the years, the principles have been intact , the "Yoga Mahotsav beau fully showcased "The fes val's focus on community and
120th 'Mann ki Baat' address, the theme for 2025 is
delibera ons on yoga. The Minister of State (I/C))
needs.
of Unity in Diversity. We works towards laying out which aim to expand Yoga's global reach. context has kept changing. While the Yoga world gets the deep connec on between mind and inclusivity was truly heartwarming.
for Ministry of Ayush, Shri Prataprao Jadhav
‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health’ which beautifully
minimum standards in Yoga. This enables each inaugurated the Yoga Mahotsav and launched worried about the dilu on of Yoga, I personally feel body. The sessions reinforced how Yoga Seeing people from all walks of life
that, this s ll serves as the first step for an individual to
tradi on to adopt the minimum standards and also Union Minister of State (IC), Ministry of Ayush, Shri be reflec ve and move inwards. Over the years, this is not just about flexibility but overall embrace Yoga was a testament to its
captures the interconnectedness of personal well-
The Interna onal Day of Yoga Handbook, 2025,
universal appeal."
well-being."
include their own lineage teachings , thus enabling , Prataprao Jadhav inaugurated the event, emphasising aspect has promoted acceptance of Yoga across the - Bharat Kumawat
A decadal impact assessment
Version 1.0, providing a valuable resource for
A Global Yoga Summit
being and planetary health.
- Pushpendra Kumar
good standards and benchmarking in Yoga educa on. Yoga's role in health and wellness. He also unveiled globe. The scien fic paradigm has increased Cer ficate Course in Yoga for CCYWI, 30th Batch CAPF
aspiring organisers of IDY events.
on Yoga's role in public health
featuring leading Yoga experts
Rooted in the idea of holistic living, the theme
We have a Standing Commi�ee for Accredita on , the 10 Signature Events leading up to IDY 2025, tremendously . since the commencement of Wellness Instructor (CCYWI),
This year's focus on 10 Signature Events provides
and healthcare professionals
which lays down the models of the courses , so far we covering mass Yoga demonstra ons, global IDY observa on. 30th Batch Central Armed
more reasons for people to join in. From Yoga
emphasises how yoga not only nurtures the body
Police Forces (CAPF)
have accredita on for 50 hours founda on course , partnerships, and Yoga Parks for community What has been the impact of the observa on of IDY Ministry of Ayush
Bandhan, featuring global partnerships with 10
Government of India
on the prac ce of Yoga in India, and around the world.
Ministry of Ayush
200 hours cer ficate course and 500 advanced engagement. and mind but also inspires a more balanced and Government of India
countries, to Samyogam, integra ng yoga with
cer ficate. Recently we have also launched modern healthcare, these Events promise to add Shri Subodh Tiwari: Interna onal Day of Yoga has
sustainable lifestyle.
a variety of experiences to the IDY observa on.
accredita on for Assistant Yoga Therapist Course. Sharing the sta s cs of Na onal Sample Survey been a mo va onal day for the Yoga fraternity , which
To commemorate an inspiring decade of
Organisa on (NSSO), Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, has seen its largest spread ever, in the prac oners. I
Addi onally, Yoga Parks promote community
Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, highlighted that 8% of am using the word largest very carefully. Never ever
engagement, while Yoga Samavesh makes yoga
observing International Day of Yoga, the Ministry
A sustainability-driven ini a ve
inclusive for specially-abled individuals.
What message would you like to give to those who Indian households prac ce Yoga. did you drive on a day and saw hundreds of people on An energe c celebra on "Prac cing Yoga at this
of Yoga by the younger
the street walk with Yoga mats , but for the IDY. Never
combining Yoga with ac vi es
of AYUSH has curated a series of activities under
are new to Yoga and looking to begin their journey? The event featured technical sessions, and live before you saw the corporate sector looking up at "Yoga Mahotsav was an MAHOTSAV-2025 grand event, surrounded by
The annual PM Yoga Awards announced by the
genera on.
for environmental conserva on.
eye-opener! The scien fic
ten signature events, namely, Yoga Sangam,
Ministry of Ayush (MoA), will be conferred upon
Shri Subodh Tiwari: The story starts with a Yoga mat . demonstra ons of the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), various organisa ons for deputa on of Yoga teachers , discussions on Yoga's like-minded individuals,
w a s a r e j u v e n a n g
individuals who have made outstanding
Buy one for yourself. Keep observing and in which over 1,000 Yoga enthusiasts par cipated. but for the IDY, and the success story goes on. And this impact on mental health A curtain raiser to experience. It strengthened
Yoga Bandhan, Yoga Park, Yoga Samavesh,
celebra ons has led to inculca on of Yoga as a
apprecia ng it each day at home un l one day you contribu ons to the promo on of yoga. These preferred prac ce for holis c well being. It has lent it made me realize its true International Day of Yoga-2025 my resolve to make Yoga a
International Day of Yoga-2025
Awards will mo vate many, including those who
Yoga Prabhav, Yoga Connect, Harit Yoga, Yoga
want to spread it on the floor. Another day will come Member of Parliament (RS) Padmabhushan Dr. D. Interna onal Day of Yoga poten al beyond physical March 13, 2025 Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi lifelong prac ce."
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credence for large scale prac ce.
fitness."
had not tried it before, to embark on their own
Unplugged, Yoga Mahakumbh and Yoga Samyoga.
when you will sit on it and another day you will start to Veerendra Heggade, Dr. H.R. Nagendra, Chancellor of - Sanjay Kumar - Sharat Singh Rana
yoga journey and become part of the vibrant yoga
Yoga Enthusiast
An ini a ve to highlight the
stretch , bend and twist and sit quietly. This was the S-VYASA, Bengaluru and Dr. Vishwas Mandlik, Head, What ini a ves has Kaivalyadhama taken to promote CCYWI, 30th Batch CAPF
A week-long fes val across
Out of these events, the flagship signature event
community.
lighter side, I will just say , be sincere , you need not be Yoga Vidya Gurukul, Nasik and other dignitaries, Yoga Yoga educa on? 10 loca ons, culmina ng in transla on of evidence-based
In another inclusive ini a ve, the Ministry of
is Yoga Sangam, the remaining nine events are
"Yoga Mahotsav was an enriching
serious. Secondly , prac ce each day , may be five Gurus, and scholars a�ended the event. Yoga Shri Subodh Tiwari: Kaivalyadhama founded in 1924 Yoga prac ces into modern
a central celebra on of IDY
Ayush is invi ng the public to contribute theme
experience, offering profound insights
minutes , may be 30 minutes. Maintain discipline of Mahotsav 2025 marks India's con nued leadership in is the first ins tute to have inves gated Yoga and contemporary healthcare
intended to build momentum and generate
on 21st June, 2025.
ideas for IDY 2025, broad-basing the ownership
through in-depth scien fic discussions on Yoga's
systems.
prac ce. As far as possible, learn under personal making Yoga a global movement for health and well- scien fically, in a laboratory set up. The Founder impact on mental health. The event deepened my
of the IDY celebra on.
excitement leading up to it. Yoga Sangam is
supervision of a teacher. being. Swami Kuvalyananda also set up the first ever formal understanding of its significance and transforma ve
Ministry of Ayush poten al." - Karan Singh
college of Yoga in 1951 and in 1962, Kaivalyadhama
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