A Grand Prelude to International Day of Yoga 2025 in New Delhi today
- Events marks the beginning of 100 days to International Day of Yoga 2025
- Yoga is not just a way of life but also a powerful means to maintain mental and physical well-being: Shri Pratap Rao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (IC), Ministry of Ayush
- 10 unique signature events to guide events to International Day of Yoga 2025
- Ministry of Ayush unveils ambitious global initiatives to make Yoga more inclusive and impactful
New Delhi (BTI)- Yoga Mahotsav 2025, a curtain raiser to International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025, was inaugurated by Shri Pratap Rao Jadhav, Union Minister of State (IC), Ministry of Ayush and Minister of State, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in Delhi today. To mark the 11th edition of IDY, Shri Pratap Rao Jadhav also released 10 Unique Signature events, reinforcing India’s global leadership in Yoga.
Padmabhushan Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade, Member of Parliament, Dharmadhikari, Sri Kshetra Dharmasthala, senior government officials, eminent Yoga Gurus, scientists and scholars were also present on the occasion.
The Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, as the nodal ministry for IDY, has taken the lead in organising 10 successful editions of IDY, which have found great enthusiasm and worldwide support. Following the footprints, this year, Yoga Mahotsav-2025 is being organised to promote various dimensions of Yoga and to kindle a mass movement to promote health, well-being, and peace across the globe. It is worth mentioning that the 100-day countdown is an important event in the observation of IDY every year. The event formally marks the beginning of the journey towards 11th IDY -2025.
While addressing the gathering, the Union Minister of State for Ayush Shri Prataprao Jadhav outlined the importance of Yoga and said, “From the past 10 years, under the visionary leadership of the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, we have celebrated this day as a grand festival. Yoga is not just a way of life but also a powerful means to maintain mental and physical well-being. Its unparalleled strength guided millions across the world to stay healthy and resilient during the challenging days of the lockdown.”
The Ayush Minister also released ‘The International Day of Yoga Handbook, 2025, Version 1.0’ in response to early public interest and demand from IDY event organisers for guidance to facilitate preparatory activities for the International Day of Yoga 2025.
Further, the Ayush Minister informed that 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 Hon’ble Prime Minister.
Samyogam – A 100-day initiative integrating Yoga with modern healthcare for holistic wellness.
Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, cited data from the National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO) and stated that in 2.5 crore households—approximately 8% of all households in the country—at least one member practices yoga. This strongly demonstrates yoga’s deep integration into public life.
