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Every year on 21 June, International Day of Yoga is celebrated worldwide. The aim of this day is to honor the ancient Indian tradition of yoga and promote the physical, mental and spiritual benefits of yoga globally. The 11th International Yoga Day will be celebrated in 2025, the theme ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health’ (Yoga for One Earth, One Health). Let us know why Yoga Day is celebrated every year and what is its importance?
Why is International Yoga Day celebrated?
Yoga started in India thousands of years ago. This is a holistic practice, which units the body, mind and soul. The connection of the word Yoga is believed to be with the Sanskrit word ‘Yuz’, which means to be derived or mixed. The purpose of yoga is to reconcile between humans and nature. This is not only physical exercise, but a lifestyle, which promotes mental peace, emotional stability and spiritual awareness.
When was Yoga Day celebrated for the first time?
The idea of International Yoga Day was first expressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 27 September 2014 during his speech in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). He suggested celebrating 21 June as Yoga Day, as it is the day of summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, which is the longest day. The important thing is that yoga has spiritual significance in many cultures. The proposal received unprecedented support from 177 UN member countries and on 11 December 2014, the United Nations declared June 21 as International Yoga Day. The first Yoga Day was celebrated on 21 June 2015, in which 192 countries participated.
What is the main objective of Yoga Day?
The purpose of celebrating Yoga Day is to tell people about the physical, mental and spiritual benefits of yoga. Also, people have to encourage people to adopt healthy lifestyle. According to WHO, yoga can play an important role in reducing the risk of dangerous diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer.
What is the meaning of the theme of 2025?
The theme of International Yoga Day for 2025 has been held ‘Yoga for One Earth One Health’, which was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 30 March 2025 in his radio program Mann Ki Baat. This theme shows the interrelationship between personal health and the welfare of the planet. This theme emphasizes that yoga not only improves personal health, but also promotes environment awareness and stability.
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