International Yoga Day is celebrated annually, highlighting the unifying spirit of yoga. On June 21, 2025, Prime Minister Modi led the world’s largest yoga gathering in Visakhapatnam with 300,000 participants from diverse backgrounds. This event not only set a Guinness World Record but also emphasized yoga’s significance in promoting health and wellness globally. As we reflect on the journey of yoga over the last decade, it is evident that it has transcended barriers, becoming a crucial part of countless lives worldwide. The 11th International Yoga Day served as a reminder of yoga’s power to connect and uplift humanity, inspiring a commitment to a healthier lifestyle.

 

Event	Participants	Key Statements	Global Impact	Significance
11th International Yoga Day	300,000 citizens	“The essence of Yoga is to unite,” said PM Modi.	Recognized by Guinness Book of World Records.	Yoga has become an integral part of global lifestyle.
Venue: Visakhapatnam	Participants from India and abroad	PM Modi expressed pride in the participation of disabled individuals in Yoga.	Supported by 175 countries at its inception.	Transcends boundaries, backgrounds, ages, or abilities.
Historic yoga session by the sea	Officials and dignitaries present including Andhra Pradesh officials	“Yoga is for everyone,” PM Modi emphasized.	Youth from rural areas actively participating in Yoga Olympiads.	Yoga nurtures balance in physical, mental, and spiritual life.