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University of Hyderabad Celebrates Yoga's Unity and Wellness

6/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The University of Hyderabad marked the International Day of Yoga 2025 with a vibrant display of the Common Yoga Protocol, showcasing unity and wellness. Engaging competitions and enlightening lectures underscored yoga's importance. Meanwhile, in Goa, Governor P.S. Sreedharan Pillai led a session, passionately advocating for yoga's transformative health benefits, all under the inspiring theme "Yoga for One Earth, One Health."

History

Historical Context

The International Day of Yoga was established on June 21, 2015, following a 2014 United Nations resolution proposed by India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which garnered support from 177 nations. This initiative aims to promote the physical and mental health benefits of yoga, a practice rooted in ancient India. The University of Hyderabad's celebration in 2025 underscores yoga's growing global significance.

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Story summary

The University of Hyderabad marked the International Day of Yoga 2025 with a vibrant display of the Common Yoga Protocol, showcasing unity and wellness. Engaging competitions and enlightening lectures underscored yoga's importance. Meanwhile, in Goa, Governor P.S. Sreedharan Pillai led a session, passionately advocating for yoga's transformative health benefits, all under the inspiring theme "Yoga for One Earth, One Health."

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