Imagine living in a world where each breath you take promotes mental calm, physical strength, and harmony on our shared planet.
Join millions of people worldwide in a global movement with this year's theme, "Yoga for One Earth, One Health." It's about working towards a healthier you and a healthier Earth, not just about stretching and working out.
One pose, one breath, one moment at a time, read along to know more about how yoga can change your life and the world around you.
International Yoga Day is observed annually on June 21st for promoting the advantages of practicing yoga for a fit body and mind.
Yoga is a traditional Indian practice that helps people stay balanced, calm, and in shape. Since the United Nations declared June 21 to be International Yoga Day in 2014, people from all over the world have gathered to commemorate this unique day.
2025 Theme: Yoga for One Health, One Earth
"Yoga for One Earth, One Health" is the theme for International Yoga Day in 2025. The theme was declared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who informed that the idea is to make the entire world healthy with yoga. The theme emphasizes the deep relationship between our own health and the health of our planet.
What Does "Yoga for One Earth, One Health" Mean?
One Earth: All living things, including humans, animals, and plants, call our planet home. We must take care of it by coexisting peacefully with the natural world.
One Health: The state of the environment has a direct impact on our health as well. Everyone benefits when we take care of our environment and ourselves.
The Contribution of Yoga: Yoga teaches us to live in harmony, be mindful, and make wise decisions. We can protect the environment and improve our own health by practicing yoga.
Announcements by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on International Yoga Day in 2025
On March 30, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally declared "Yoga for One Earth, One Health" as the theme for International Yoga Day 2025 during his popular radio program "Mann Ki Baat." He further mentioned that this theme embodies India's mission to make global wellness better by using yoga to make everyone healthy.
Considering the close connection between human health and the health of our planet, PM Modi stated that yoga is not only important for individual health but also for the wellbeing of the entire world. He likened yoga to a unifying power that dissolves divisions to unite people for a healthier world.
The Prime Minister expressed pride in the increasing acceptance of yoga and traditional health systems of India globally, praising global efforts like that of the organization 'Somos India' in Spanish-speaking nations, which has made thousands accept yoga and Ayurveda.
Before International Yoga Day 2025, PM Modi declared that he would conduct a historic yoga session in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, in which more than 5 lakh individuals would take part. This will be the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) and will be included in a national initiative where synchronized yoga sessions will be conducted at more than one lakh places, making it one of the biggest demonstrations of yoga in history.
The theme falls in line with India's G20 Presidency vision and the Indian ethos of "Sarve Santu Niramaya" (May all be free from disease) with a focus on overall health and well-being for everyone.
PM Modi appealed to citizens to bring yoga into their lives, acknowledging yoga as a way of life that ensures physical, mental, and spiritual wellness. He appealed for joint efforts towards expanding yoga's penetration among all sections of society and harnessing yoga as a tool to build a healthier, happier, and more harmonious world
Thought Behind the Theme: Yoga for One Earth, One Health
The world is facing numerous health and ecological issues, including pollution, stress, and lifestyle illness.
- Yoga is a quick, natural means of improving bodily, mental, and emotional health.
- The theme appeals to all to incorporate yoga into their lives, not only for themselves but for the health of the planet as well.
How Does Yoga Benefit Us and Planet Earth?
For Individuals:
- Enhances flexibility, strength, and fitness.
- Eases stress and anxiety.
- Prevents and treats diseases such as diabetes, heart issues, and obesity.
- Bring peace of mind and quality sleep.
For Planet Earth:
- Educates us to live simply and sustainably.
- Promotes conscious habits, like consuming fewer resources and waste reduction.
- Encourages neighborhood events such as cleanliness and plantation drives.
International Yoga Day 2025 Events and Activities
Mass Yoga Demonstrations: Large-scale yoga classes are organized in community centers, parks, and schools.
Yoga Samavesh: Yoga classes being organized for children, the senior citizens, and people with special needs.
Harit Yoga: Harit yoga aims to combine yoga with environmental and plantation-related activities.
Yoga Connect: Virtual workshops and international conferences to exchange yoga expertise.
Yoga Unplugged: Entertaining activities to get young people interested in yoga.
Workshops and Seminars: Professionals offer advice on how yoga can enhance well-being and safeguard the environment.
Easy Ways to Celebrate
- Do yoga with loved ones or at home.
- Participate in a yoga class online or at a local event.
- Clean up your neighborhood or plant a tree.
- Find out how the decisions you make every day impact the planet.
"Yoga for One Earth, One Health" calls to mind the fact that caring for the self and the earth are the same thing. With yoga, we can be healthier, happier, more aware human beings of the world. Let us take this International Yoga Day to begin new healthy routines for ourselves and for our Earth
