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like “Ocean Colour of Yoga” and for the last decade. In 2024 alone,
In conversation with
International Day of Yoga 2025: it has engaged nearly 9,000
“Yoga Bharatmala” have shown
Shri Subodh Tiwari
that yoga can be adopted in
marking a decade of wellness people through various events Yoga Mahotsav 2025
Secretary General, Indian Yoga Association & CEO,
every geographical and social and educational programmes,
Kaivalyadhama Catch the buzz among participants
context—proving its universality
June 21st marks the annual observa on of as well as translated a number
and inclusiveness.
Interna onal Day of Yoga (IDY), a global wellness of useful materials into Spanish,
What does Yoga mean to you
Hon’ble Prime Minister rightly
personally? How has its meaning
movement that has created a feeling of unity, reflecting the growing global 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 confidence in India’s traditional
said in the 120th edition of ‘Mann
differences. Last year, over 24.52 crore people health systems. Bringing together Yoga enthusiasts, experts, and dignitaries from across the country, the Mahotsav showcases India's rich Yogic
ki Baat’: “It is a matter of pride
Shri Subodh Tiwari: Yoga is being able
heritage through interac ve sessions, demonstra ons, and insigh�ul discussions. With the unveiling of 10 transforma ve
par cipated according to self-reported figures, 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
for all of us that today there is
Every year, people from
your mind level, which enables you to
and this year promises to be even bigger. different cultures across the harmony, and holis c well-being.
growing interest in Yoga and
prac ce what you already know. The greatest
The countdown to IDY 2025 began with the world find a common global The occasion brought together Yoga enthusiasts from all over the country. To capture the spirit of the Mahotsav, the IDY
traditional
medicine
across
challenge we face today is that, most of human beings
grand Yoga Mahotsav on March 13th, 2025, platform through IDY to connect Newsle�er team spoke with the par cipants and gathered their firsthand reviews. Let's hear some of them, and understand
the world. A large number of
are knowledgeable thanks to the great virtual world,
ini a ng a 100-day journey of events across over yoga. This strengthens their thoughts about Yoga:
youth are adopting Yoga and
however, we don't implement a lot of good knowledge.
India. These events include the Common Yoga India’s soft power and redefines
Yoga is that enablement.
Ayurveda as a great medium of
Protocol (CYP) trainings, discussions, and yoga as an inclusive, scientific
wellness.”
Over the years, the principles have been intact , the
delibera ons on yoga. The Minister of State (I/C)) and evidence-based practice. "Yoga Mahotsav beau fully showcased "The fes val's focus on community and
context has kept changing. While the Yoga world gets
The growing acceptance of
for Ministry of Ayush, Shri Prataprao Jadhav worried about the dilu on of Yoga, I personally feel the deep connec on between mind and inclusivity was truly heartwarming.
body. The sessions reinforced how Yoga
Seeing people from all walks of life
Yoga and Ayurveda across the
One Earth, One Health’: An
inaugurated the Yoga Mahotsav and launched Integrated Approach is not just about flexibility but overall embrace Yoga was a testament to its
that, this s ll serves as the first step for an individual to
world testifies to their universal
The Interna onal Day of Yoga Handbook, 2025, be reflec ve and move inwards. Over the years, this well-being." universal appeal."
The theme of IDY 2025—
relevance and appeal. The
Version 1.0, providing a valuable resource for aspect has promoted acceptance of Yoga across the - Bharat Kumawat - Pushpendra Kumar
Prime Minister also highlighted
globe. The scien fic paradigm has increased
aspiring organisers of IDY events. ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Cer ficate Course in Yoga for CCYWI, 30th Batch CAPF
tremendously .
international groups such as Health’—reflects the inclusive Wellness Instructor (CCYWI),
This year's focus on 10 Signature Events provides spirit adopted during India’s G20 30th Batch Central Armed
Somos India — meaning “We
more reasons for people to join in. From Yoga Presidency. It resonates with the Police Forces (CAPF)
are India” in Spanish — which
What has been the impact of the observa on of IDY
Government of India
Bandhan, featuring global partnerships with 10 core spirit of Yoga that connects Ministry of Ayush
are playing an important role
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
in this global movement. This
modern healthcare, these Events promise to add individual well-being, social
Shri Subodh Tiwari: Interna onal Day of Yoga has
dedicated group has been
been a mo va onal day for the Yoga fraternity , which
a variety of experiences to the IDY observa on. harmony and global ecological
promoting Yoga and Ayurveda
has seen its largest spread ever, in the prac oners. I
Addi onally, Yoga Parks promote community health. This approach reinforces
am using the word largest very carefully. Never ever
in Spanish-speaking countries
engagement, while Yoga Samavesh makes yoga the idea that health is not just
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,
w a s a r e j u v e n a n g
discussions on Yoga's
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."
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credence for large scale prac ce.
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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