Hence, the first International Day of Yoga was celebrated on 21st May, 2015 and since then its is being celebrated on the same day annually. While working continue for the purpose, on December 11, 2014, India’s permanent representative Ashok Mukherji introduced a draft resolution into UNGA and that was co-sponsored by a total of 177 nations, which was the highest number of co-sponsors ever for any UNGA resolution of this nature. He also suggested the date of 21 June for celebrating the International Yoga Day, as it is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and shares a special significance in many parts of the world. He further asserted that Yoga is not only about physical exercise but also about discovering the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature. It embodies unity of mind and body, thought and action, restraint and fulfilment and harmony between man and nature. On September 27, 2014, during his speech at the United Nation General Assembly (UNGA), Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the World the importance of Yoga and stated that Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition.
This ancient practice can change our way of thinking and help us being a good human being, and to raise the awareness of the benefits of Yoga every year International Yoga day is celebrated all around the world will joy and happiness. Maharshi Vedvyasa, who is traditionally regarded as the author of Hindu epic Mahabharata, define the world Yoga as Samadhi, that means concentration.
Īncient Hindu scholar and Sanskrit philosopher Panini wrote that the term can be derived from the terms- Yujir Yoga and Yuj Samadhau, that means to yoke and to concentrate. As per Sacred Hindu text Rigveda, it is a practice dedicate to the rising Sun-god. It is mentioned in many Sacred Hindu texts like Vedas and Upanishads. In keeping with this spirit, the theme for this year’s Yoga Day celebrations is “Yoga for Humanity.Yoga is the Sanskrit word that is derived from the root “Yuj”, which means to attack, join, harness and yoke. The first ever International Day of Yoga created two records, one for the largest yoga class and the other for the highest number of nationalities to have participated.Īccording to the UN, Yoga can be an important instrument in the collective quest of humanity for promoting sustainable lifestyle in harmony with planet Earth.
June 21 was marked as the date to celebrate International Yoga Day since it marks the summer solstice, the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere, which holds special significance in many parts of the world.įor the first-ever Yoga Day, the arrangements were made by the AYUSH Ministry, and around 35,985 people, including PM Modi and dignitaries from 84 nations, performed 21 asanas for 35 minutes at New Delhi’s Rajpath. Following Prime Minister Modi's proposal since June 21, 2015, the International Day of Yoga has been an annual, global celebration. This initiative was backed by as many as 177 nations, the highest number of co-sponsors ever for any UNGA Resolution of such nature. Let us work towards adopting an International Yoga Day.” By changing our lifestyle and creating consciousness, it can help in well being. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature. It embodies unity of mind and body thought and action restraint and fulfilment harmony between man and nature a holistic approach to health and well-being. In the Septemaddress, PM Modi said, “Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. In his speech, PM Modi called Yoga an "invaluable gift of India's ancient tradition" and called for the "harmony between man and nature" through Yoga. The idea for a UN-mandated International Day of Yoga was first proposed by India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2014. International Day of Yoga is celebrated with much fervour, every year, on June 21. When applied to communities and societies, Yoga offers a path for sustainable living.” Yoga emphasises the values of mindfulness, moderation, discipline and perseverance. It stated, “The essence of yoga is balance - not just balance within the body or that between the mind and the body, but also balance in the human relationship with the world.
It is particularly helpful in allaying their fears and anxiety.” Yoga is also playing a significant role in the psycho-social care and rehabilitation of Covid-19 patients in quarantine and isolation. Ahead of International Day of Yoga 2022, the United Nations reflected, “People around the world embraced yoga to stay healthy and rejuvenated and to fight social isolation and depression during the pandemic.
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