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People's Perspective

In conversation with
style celebration of yoga visionary idea into a powerful
International Day of Yoga 2025: Shri Subodh Tiwari
across 10 cities, culminating
marking a decade of wellness global movement that unites Yoga Mahotsav 2025
on International Day of Yoga Secretary General, Indian Yoga Association & CEO,
Kaivalyadhama
millions in the pursuit of health, Catch the buzz among participants
June 21st marks the annual observa on of
themed
with
events
and
Interna onal Day of Yoga (IDY), a global wellness harmony, and holistic well-
What does Yoga mean to you
mass participation. A cross-
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.
evolved over the years?
going beyond geographical borders and cultural being. The 2025 celebrations,
disciplinary platform, Samyoga,
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
to be peaceful , quiet and reflec ve at
aims at promoting integration
par cipated according to self-reported figures, guided by the theme "Yoga for ini a ves in the form of Signature Events, the event reaffirms India's commitment to promo ng Yoga as a global movement for
your mind level, which enables you to
and this year promises to be even bigger. One Earth, One Health," not only harmony, and holis c well-being.
of yoga with traditional and
The countdown to IDY 2025 began with the 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
challenge we face today is that, most of human beings
through
medicine
modern
grand Yoga Mahotsav on March 13th, 2025, honour the ancient roots of yoga Newsle�er team spoke with the par cipants and gathered their firsthand reviews. Let's hear some of them, and understand
are knowledgeable thanks to the great virtual world,
ini a ng a 100-day journey of events across however, we don't implement a lot of good knowledge. their thoughts about Yoga:
expert-led events.
India. These events include the Common Yoga but also embrace its relevance
Yoga is that enablement.
With more than 8 crore
Protocol (CYP) trainings, discussions, and Over the years, the principles have been intact , the
delibera ons on yoga. The Minister of State (I/C)) in addressing contemporary "Yoga Mahotsav beau fully showcased "The fes val's focus on community and
context has kept changing. While the Yoga world gets
pledges made on the Ministry of
for Ministry of Ayush, Shri Prataprao Jadhav challenges of personal and the deep connec on between mind and inclusivity was truly heartwarming.
worried about the dilu on of Yoga, I personally feel
body. The sessions reinforced how Yoga
Seeing people from all walks of life
AYUSH portal, the International
inaugurated the Yoga Mahotsav and launched that, this s ll serves as the first step for an individual to is not just about flexibility but overall embrace Yoga was a testament to its
The Interna onal Day of Yoga Handbook, 2025, planetary health. well-being." universal appeal."
be reflec ve and move inwards. Over the years, this
Day of Yoga has grown from a
Version 1.0, providing a valuable resource for aspect has promoted acceptance of Yoga across the - Bharat Kumawat - Pushpendra Kumar
aspiring organisers of IDY events. globe. The scien fic paradigm has increased Cer ficate Course in Yoga for CCYWI, 30th Batch CAPF
tremendously . Wellness Instructor (CCYWI),
This year's focus on 10 Signature Events provides 30th Batch Central Armed
more reasons for people to join in. From Yoga Police Forces (CAPF)
Bandhan, featuring global partnerships with 10 What has been the impact of the observa on of IDY Ministry of Ayush
Government of India
Ministry of Ayush
countries, to Samyogam, integra ng yoga with on the prac ce of Yoga in India, and around the world. Government of India
modern healthcare, these Events promise to add Shri Subodh Tiwari: Interna onal Day of Yoga has
a variety of experiences to the IDY observa on. been a mo va onal day for the Yoga fraternity , which
Addi onally, Yoga Parks promote community has seen its largest spread ever, in the prac oners. I
engagement, while Yoga Samavesh makes yoga am using the word largest very carefully. Never ever
inclusive for specially-abled individuals. did you drive on a day and saw hundreds of people on "Prac cing Yoga at this
the street walk with Yoga mats , but for the IDY. Never
The annual PM Yoga Awards announced by the before you saw the corporate sector looking up at "Yoga Mahotsav was an MAHOTSAV-2025 grand event, surrounded by
Ministry of Ayush (MoA), will be conferred upon various organisa ons for deputa on of Yoga teachers , eye-opener! The scien fic like-minded individuals,
discussions on Yoga's
w a s a r e j u v e n a n g
individuals who have made outstanding but for the IDY, and the success story goes on. And this impact on mental health A curtain raiser to experience. It strengthened
contribu ons to the promo on of yoga. These celebra ons has led to inculca on of Yoga as a made me realize its true my resolve to make Yoga a
International Day of Yoga-2025
Awards will mo vate many, including those who preferred prac ce for holis c well being. It has lent it poten al beyond physical International Day of Yoga-2025 lifelong prac ce."
credence for large scale prac ce.
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had not tried it before, to embark on their own Interna onal Day of Yoga fitness." March 13, 2025 Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi - Sharat Singh Rana
yoga journey and become part of the vibrant yoga - Sanjay Kumar Yoga Enthusiast
community. What ini a ves has Kaivalyadhama taken to promote CCYWI, 30th Batch CAPF
In another inclusive ini a ve, the Ministry of Yoga educa on? "Yoga Mahotsav was an enriching
Ayush is invi ng the public to contribute theme Shri Subodh Tiwari: Kaivalyadhama founded in 1924 experience, offering profound insights
ideas for IDY 2025, broad-basing the ownership is the first ins tute to have inves gated Yoga through in-depth scien fic discussions on Yoga's
of the IDY celebra on. scien fically, in a laboratory set up. The Founder impact on mental health. The event deepened my
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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