Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 21 (ANI): On the occasion of International Yoga Day 2025, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav attended the celebrations in Bhopal on Saturday. CM Yadav was seen performing prayer pose along with participants.

Speaking to reporters, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav extended his best wishes to everyone on the occasion of International Yoga Day and highlighted the significance of the day, which coincides with the longest day of the year.

CM Yadav said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the entire country and the world are celebrating this day. He emphasised that the world is becoming increasingly aware of India's ancient knowledge, science, and lifestyle.

CM Yadav said, 'On the occasion of #InternationalYogaDay, I extend best wishes to everyone. Under the leadership of the Prime Minister, the entire country and the world are celebrating. This is also the longest day of the year...As the days are passing, the world is becoming aware of the ancient knowledge, science and lifestyle of India...With the efforts of PM Narendra Modi, the 11th Yoga Day is being celebrated today...The message of Yoga is unique...'

The 11th International Day of Yoga saw widespread participation across states. The theme for this year is 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' which echoes India's vision of global wellness and reflects the integrated vision of well-being. It emphasises the interconnectedness of human and planetary health, drawing from the Indian ethos of 'Sarve Santu Niramaya' (May all be free from disease).

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took part in the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations, where he hailed yoga as a gift 'beyond age' that transcends all boundaries and unites humanity in 'health and harmony.'Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the international community to embrace 'inner peace' as a 'global policy' and make yoga a collective global responsibility.

Speaking at the 11th International Day of Yoga celebrations in Visakhapatnam, the Prime Minister called upon countries to adopt yoga not just as a personal or cultural practice, but as a unifying force for humanity.The event was held along the scenic Visakhapatnam coastline, with Indian Navy ships stationed near the shore, adding to the grandeur of the celebration.

PM Modi was joined by lakhs of yoga enthusiasts, residents, and dignitaries from Andhra Pradesh.The Prime Minister also reflected on India's 2014 proposal at the United Nations to declare June 21 as International Yoga Day and how, in record time, over 170 countries supported the move. He said that yoga has since grown into a worldwide practice that symbolises peace, balance, and cooperation. This year's celebrations saw participation from lakhs of people across states. (ANI)