MANAGE Celebrates 11th International Yoga Day 2025 with the Theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”

 

MANAGE Celebrates 11^th International Yoga Day 2025 with the Theme
“Yoga for One Earth, One Health”

The National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad, celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21, 2025, with great enthusiasm and collective spirit. The event, held at the scenic MANAGE campus, brought together over 100 participants including students, faculty, consultants, staff members, academic associates, and family members of the MANAGE community.

The International Day of Yoga (IDY) is observed every year on June 21, following its official adoption by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2014. The initiative was proposed by Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, who emphasized the holistic benefits of yoga for physical and mental well-being. Since 2015, the day has been globally observed to raise awareness about the multiple benefits of practicing yoga.

The theme for IDY 2025 is “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” highlighting the interconnectedness between individual health, societal wellness, and planetary sustainability. This theme aligns with global efforts to promote harmony between humanity and nature.

The yoga session at MANAGE commenced at 6:30 a.m. and concluded by 7:30 a.m., in a serene and natural environment. Mr. Rupendra, Yoga Instructor at MANAGE conducted the session.

At the outset, Mr. Rupendra introduced participants to the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), a standardized 45-minute routine developed by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India. The CYP includes a structured combination of asanas, pranayama, meditation, and chanting, designed to be accessible to practitioners of all levels.

The participants performed each activity sequentially, following the instructions of the yoga instructor:

Prayer: The session commenced with a peace mantra to instill calmness and set a meditative tone.

Sukshma Vyayama (Loosening Exercises): Gentle warm-up exercises were performed to activate the body and prepare it for deeper postures.

Yoga Asanas:

Standing Postures

Tadasana – Performed to enhance stability and improve posture

Padahastasana – Practiced to stretch the spine and aid digestion

Ardha Chakrasana – Aimed at strengthening the back and shoulders

Trikonasana – Done to improve flexibility and body balance

Sitting Postures

Vajrasana – Performed to aid digestion and promote inner calm

Ardha Ustrasana – Practiced to open the chest and strengthen the spine

Vakrasana – Done to enhance spinal flexibility and support digestion

Prone Postures

Makarasana – A relaxation pose to reduce fatigue and calm the body

Bhujangasana – Performed to stimulate abdominal organs and strengthen the back

Shalabhasana – Practiced to improve posture and strengthen back muscles

Supine Postures

Setu Bandhasana – Done to open the chest and improve blood circulation

Uttana Padasana – Aimed at strengthening abdominal muscles

Ardha Halasana – Practiced to tone the back and abdominal organs

Pawanmuktasana – Performed to relieve gas and enhance digestion

Pranayama (Breathing Techniques)

Kapalabhati – Energizes the mind and helps detoxify the system

Nadi Shodhana – Balances the nervous system and purifies energy channels

Bhramari – Calms the mind and reduces mental stress

Dhyana (Meditation): A short meditation practice was included to cultivate inner awareness and mental clarity.

Sankalpa and Shanti Path: The session concluded with a positive affirmation (Sankalpa) and the chanting of the Shanti Mantra, invoking peace, harmony, and collective well-being.

Mrs. Anitha Partha Saradhi, Deputy Director (Administration), MANAGE, graced the event and actively participated in the session and encouraged the MANAGE community to incorporate yoga as a part of daily life. The International Yoga Day at MANAGE was not just a ceremonial event but a commitment to integrating wellness into everyday work and life. The interactive and peaceful atmosphere reflected MANAGE’s dedication to holistic health and community spirit.

 Writer -Krushna Ramrao