International Yoga Day 2025 Live Updates: Union ministers, CMs perform asanas at events across country

Union Home Minister Amit Shah marked International Yoga Day by joining local residents in a yoga session in Ahmedabad. Sharing his thoughts, he posted that "Yoga", which unites the mind, body and brain, has now become an integral part of daily life for people across the world.

To mark International Day of Yoga 2025, railway officials and local residents participated in yoga sessions at two engineering marvels in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district — the world’s highest railway bridge over the Chenab River and India’s first cable-stayed rail bridge, the Anji Khad Bridge. The event highlighted the blend of wellness, community participation and national pride against the backdrop of these iconic structures.

On the occasion of the 11th International Yoga Day, BSF Kashmir organized a grand yoga event at BSF Campus Humhama & border out post's,marked by great zeal, enthusiasm, and active participation of BSF  personnel and trainee Recruits. The celebration was aligned with this year’s global theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of human well-being and the planet.

The Indian Army observed the 11th International Day of Yoga with spirited participation across all commands, reaffirming its commitment to holistic well-being, discipline, and inner strength. 

From the icy heights of Siachen Glacier and banks of Pangong Tso Lank  in the North to the serene shores of Port Blair in the South, and from Kibithu in Arunachal Pradesh in the East to the Rann of Kutch in the West, soldiers of the Indian Army performed yoga, embracing the ancient Indian practice as a tool for physical, mental, and emotional resilience.

"I practise Raja Yoga, which is yoga for the mind. It helps me take charge of my thoughts. Once I’m in control of my thoughts, I’m in control of everything I say, do and how I respond to others," said a participant.

The Embassy of India in Japan shared glimpses of the 11th #InternationalYogaDay2025 celebrations held in Tokyo. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation and cultural exchange, drawing a large crowd of yoga enthusiasts.

The celebration was inaugurated by Madam Yoshiko Ishiba, spouse of the Prime Minister of Japan, and was graced by Madam Satoko Iwaya, spouse of the Foreign Minister. Ambassador Sibi George addressed the gathering, which included over two thousand participants.

The occasion was also marked by the presence of Reverend Myoken Hayama and Reverend Tomohiro Kimura of Tsukiji Hongwanji, Madam Joice Sibi, spouse of the Ambassador, senior government officials, resident ambassadors, diplomats, and many friends of India in Japan.

Indian Navy personnel aboard an Indian Naval Ship off the coast of Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh took part in the #InternationalDayofYoga2025 celebrations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading the nation in performing yoga today from Visakhapatnam, marking the occasion with widespread participation across the country.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, accompanied by a large gathering of people, participated in a yoga session in Jaisalmer. The event was held to mark a special occasion and saw enthusiastic involvement from citizens who joined him in performing various yoga exercises.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, Minister Kapil Mishra and BJP MP Manoj Tiwari performed yoga as they participated in the 11th International Day of Yoga event.

PM Modi said,  "This year’s International Yoga Day theme, ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health,’ reflects a deep truth — the health of every entity on our planet is interconnected. Human well-being depends on the health of the soil that grows our food, the rivers that give us water, the animals that share our ecosystems, and the plants that nourish us. Yoga makes us aware of this interconnectedness, takes us on a journey of unity with the world, and teaches us that we are not isolated individuals but part of nature."

"Rising obesity is a major challenge across the globe. I had discussed this at length in my Mann Ki Baat programme. To address it, I had launched a challenge to reduce oil consumption in our diets by 10 percent. Today, I once again call upon people around the world to join this challenge," he added.

After delivering his opening address on the International Yoga Day 2025, PM Modi performed Yoga asanas with lakhs of people on the RK beach in Visakhapatnam.

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Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said, "I had a terrible accident. I used to lie on a hospital bed wondering whether I would ever be able to walk like others again. Yoga has empowered me to the extent that today I can walk, move around, work, and I don’t feel like my body was ever injured."

Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal led a group to perform Yoga at the Leh Palace in Ladakh

"I remember when India proposed to the United Nations that June 21st be celebrated as International Yoga Day.  Remarkably, in a very short span of time, 175 countries came forward to support this initiative. Such unity and overwhelming global support was truly extraordinary," PM Modi said.

This was not just about agreeing to a proposal, it was a collective step taken for the betterment of humanity. It reflected a shared vision for a healthier, more conscious world. Today, in 2025, we can proudly see that yoga has become an integral part of many people’s lives across the globe, he said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed greetings for the 11th International Yoga Day to the world, saying Yoga has united people globally and has become an essential part of life for crores of people.

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh took part in the International Yoga Day celebrations in Udhampur, where he highlighted the strength and discipline instilled through yoga.

He said, "The whole world witnessed how our forces acted with wisdom, targeting only the strongholds of terrorist activity. If we had wanted, we could have destroyed much more than just terrorist sites, but we chose restraint. Yoga gives us the inner strength to remain patient, even in the most challenging situations."

Crowds gathered along the beach to participate in the International Yoga Day celebrations, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attended by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu.

India’s High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, led the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations organised by the High Commission of India at The Strand. The event saw enthusiastic participation from the Indian diaspora, yoga practitioners, and friends of India, aligning with this year’s theme, 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health.'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the national celebrations in Visakhapatnam, where over 3 lakh participants are expected to join. As part of the expansive ‘Yoga Sangam’ initiative, the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) will be performed simultaneously at more than 10 lakh locations across the country.

Delhi will host yoga sessions at 109 locations across the city, with a flagship event at the historic Red Fort. The programme is being organised by the Brahma Kumaris in collaboration with the Ministry of Ayush.

The Indian Contingent proudly led the International Yoga Day celebrations during Exercise Khaan Quest, a multinational peacekeeping training exercise held in Mongolia. A revitalising yoga session was organised for all participating nations, drawing enthusiastic participation from multinational military contingents. Set against the tranquil Mongolian landscape, the event showcased yoga’s universal appeal as a means to enhance physical well-being, mental clarity, and inner balance. The session also underscored the shared values of peace, discipline, and cooperation that unite the global military community.

On International Yoga Day, ITBP personnel performed yoga on the banks of Pangong Tso at Border Outposts Dhan Singh Thapa and Chartse (24 Battalion, Leh), situated at altitudes ranging from 14,100 to 14,200 feet.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, and other participants joined the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations, performing yoga under the guidance of Yoga Guru Swami Ramdev.

In a letter to Gram Pradhans, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted yoga’s global influence and called on local leaders to actively lead the celebrations. His appeal has led to a significant rise in yoga activities across Panchayats, Anganwadis, and Health Centres.

June 21, the Summer Solstice, symbolises the harmony between humans and nature, making it a fitting date for International Yoga Day. Since its declaration by the United Nations in 2014, the day has evolved into a global movement promoting both cultural connection and holistic health.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced that 25,000 tribal students will perform Surya Namaskars for 108 minutes as part of the International Yoga Day 2025 celebrations.