Kurukshetra Hosts Vibrant Celebrations on 11th International Yoga Day 2025

On June 21, 2025, Kurukshetra witnessed a grand celebration of the 11th International Yoga Day, led by BJP MP Naveen Jindal. Over 100,000 participants gathered to practice yoga, emphasizing well-being and the interconnectedness of human and planetary health. The event highlighted 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health.'

Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 21-06-2025 10:41 IST | Created: 21-06-2025 10:41 IST

Kurukshetra Hosts Vibrant Celebrations on 11th International Yoga Day 2025 — BJP MP Naveen Jindal(Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI

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Kurukshetra was abuzz with energy as over 100,000 individuals congregated to celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga 2025, led by BJP MP Naveen Jindal. The event, held amidst the historical backdrop of the city, underscored yoga's significance in enhancing health and well-being globally.

Among the notable attendees was Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who announced a pioneering initiative to include a five-minute break in all government offices aimed at reducing stress and boosting efficiency. Emphasizing community health, he praised efforts to combat drug abuse through events like cyclothons and marathons.

Yoga Guru Ramdev underscored yoga's role in Prime Minister Modi's vision for a developed India by 2047, advocating for daily practice. The event echoed the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' aligning with India's holistic wellness vision and reflecting the ethos of 'Sarve Santu Niramaya' (May all be free from disease).

(With inputs from agencies.)