1,000 people join International Yoga Day 2025 in Hanoi

On the morning of June 21, at Quan Ngua Sports Palace (Hanoi), International Yoga Day 2025 officially opened with a large-scale performance with the participation of 1,000 people who love this sport, including officials, public figures, diplomats, Yoga federations, clubs and individuals practicing Yoga.

The theme of this year’s International Yoga Day is “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, highlighting the inseparable connection between human health and planetary health. In addition to its physical benefits, Yoga – through breathing and meditation techniques – helps to cultivate inner peace, promote balance and awareness, thereby guiding people towards a harmonious and sustainable lifestyle.

Indian Ambassador to Vietnam Sandeep Arya (front row, second from right) participates in a yoga demonstration with Vietnamese people. (Photo: Embassy of India in Vietnam)

The event in Hanoi is one of more than 40 Yoga performances and promotions taking place across Vietnam on this occasion, with close coordination between the Vietnamese Government, local authorities and social organizations.

In some localities such as Lang Son, Bac Giang , Dien Bien and Binh Thuan, Yoga performances were also held with the participation of both Vietnamese and Indian citizens, contributing to strengthening the friendship between the two countries.

Another big event on the same day also took place at Tam Thanh Square ( Quang Nam ), attracting a large number of locals and tourists to participate.

1,000 people participated in the International Yoga Day 2025 performance in Hanoi. (Photo: Embassy of India in Vietnam)

On this occasion, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent a letter to Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, expressing his appreciation for Vietnam's positive contributions to promoting Yoga over the past decade. He also appreciated Vietnam's acceptance and development of Yoga as part of the common cultural heritage of humanity.

From May to July 2025, Yoga protocol performances will continue to be held at more than 40 locations across the country, contributing to spreading the message of healthy, harmonious and sustainable living to the community.

Source: https://thoidai.com.vn/1000-nguoi-tham-gia-dong-dien-ngay-yoga-quoc-te-2025-tai-ha-noi-214367.html