International Yoga Day 2023: For the year 2023, International Yoga Day has a theme “Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam“. 9th International Yoga Day 2023 focuses on embracing awareness about the One Earth, One Family, and One Future. The resolution notes “the importance of individuals and populations making healthier choices and following lifestyle patterns that foster good health.” With the motive of connecting the soul with the body leading to a higher spiritual, physical, and mental well-being.
अंतरराष्ट्रीय योग दिवस 2023
आज दुनिया भर के लोग लाइव सेलिब्रेशन कर रहे है क्योंकि 9वें इंटरनेशनल योग डे का उत्सव मनाया जा रहा हैं। प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी संयुक्त राष्ट्र (यूएन) मुख्यालय में उत्सव का नेतृत्व करेंगे, जिसमें 180 से अधिक देशों के प्रतिनिधि भी शामिल होंगे।
अंतर्राष्ट्रीय योग दिवस क्यों मनाया जाता है? हर साल 21 जून को पूरी दुनिया में अंतर्राष्ट्रीय योग दिवस बहुत ही हर्ष के साथ मनाया जाता है। इस दिन योग के कई फायदों के बारे में जागरूकता बढ़ाने और शारीरिक, मानसिक और आध्यात्मिक स्वास्थ्य के लिए समग्र दृष्टिकोण को बढ़ावा देने के लिए मनाया जाता है। अंतर्राष्ट्रीय योग दिवस की अवधारणा प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने उनके 2014 के संयुक्त राष्ट्र महासभा भाषण में पेश की थी।
नोटिफिकेशन के अनुसार, यहां लगभग 250 मिलियन व्यक्ति भाग लेंगे, ऐसी उम्मीद की जा रही है। अंतर्राष्ट्रीय योग दिवस 2023 की थीम: ‘वसुधैव कुटुंबकम’ थीम के मध्य से इस केंद्र में होगी, जिसका अर्थ है ‘एक पृथ्वी, एक भविष्य, एक परिवार।’
भाजपा के अध्यक्ष जेपी नड्डा ने बुधवार को कहा था, “प्रधानमंत्री मोदी संयुक्त राष्ट्र के मुख्यालय में योग दिवस मनाएंगे। वह वहां से पूरी दुनिया को एक संदेश देंगे, यह हमारे लिए एक गर्व का पल है।”
भारतीय सेना ने भी इंटरनेशनल योगा डे मनाया !
9वें इंटरनेशनल योगा डे के अवसर पर राजस्थान में भारतीय सेना के कर्मचारी ने बुधवार की सुबह योग किया। दिन की पहली तारीख में, भारतीय सेना के कर्मचारी ने लद्दाख के पांगोंग त्सो झील में भी योग किया। सेना के मुख्य स्टाफ जनरल मनोज पांडे ने राष्ट्रीय राजधानी दिल्ली कैंटोनमेंट में भी योग किया।
वेदांता के प्रमुख अनिल अग्रवाल कहते हैं, ‘एक घंटे की सैर और 30 मिनट योग स्वस्थ के लिए जरूरी है।’
वेदांता चीफ अनिल अग्रवाल ने अंतर्राष्ट्रीय योग दिवस 2023 पर कहा है कि एक घंटे की लंबी सैर और 30 मिनट का योग हर व्यक्ति के लिए अनिवार्य है। अनिल अग्रवाल ने ट्विटर पर बताया कि वह रोजाना एक घंटे की सैर और 30 मिनट का योग करते है। इसके अलावा, उन्होंने बताया कि कुछ साल पहले जब उन्हें पीठ दर्द की समस्या थी तो उन्हें बताया गया कि वे दैनिक तौर पर टिटली आसन का अभ्यास करें, जिससे यह जल्दी ही उनकी सुबह की आदत का एक अभिन्न अंग बन गया।
People who are new to Yoga can learn the basics by practicing asanas or pranayams. It is recommended that people should practice Yoga outdoors in the fresh air, which helps in energizing and refreshing. Yoga practitioners must spread awareness by teaching it to friends and people around them, further telling them about the life-changing benefits that come with practicing Yoga.
Long ago, Popular Sanskrit poet Bhartehari mentioned the importance of Yoga in his work; he said:
धैर्यं यस्य पिता क्षमा च जननी शान्तिश्चिरं गेहिनी
सत्यं सूनुरयं दया च भगिनी भ्राता मनः संयमः।
शय्या भूमितलं दिशोSपि वसनं ज्ञानामृतं भोजनं
एते यस्य कुटिम्बिनः वद सखे कस्माद् भयं योगिनः।।
It means that people practicing Yoga on regular bases can imbibe qualities like courage which protects them like a father, forgiveness of a mother, and inner peace, which stays forever. People learn the truth as their children, forgiveness as their sisters, controlling themselves like brothers. Knowledge fulfills the hunger, and the earth becomes our bed.
Sharing my message on International Day of Yoga. https://t.co/4tGLQ7Jolo
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 21, 2023
International Yoga Day 2023: Significance
Yoga is considered a practice that improves mind-body connectivity; it further helps in increasing flexibility and strength. It reduces the feeling of anxiety and stress levels which further leads to a healthy and productive life. People that practice Yoga regularly have noticed an increase in energy levels throughout the day.
Yoga has evolved; the modern form of Yoga pays more attention to maintaining inner peace and physical energy, whereas the ancient form emphasizes increasing mental focus and spiritual energy.
International Yoga Day 2023: Theme
“Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” is the theme for International Yoga Day 2023. Reflecting the vision of ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future‘ The Government of India is looking forward to spreading awareness about Yoga and the benefits that come with it. People, groups, and nations will all come together and perform Yoga on this day. The motive behind the theme is one world, one health, further connecting Yoga with holistic well-being.
International Yoga Day: Theme History (2015-2022)
The International Yoga Day 2022 theme was “Yoga for Humanity“, which reflects the significance of Yoga and its benefits, such as keeping people safe and healthy during the coronavirus outbreak. This was the 8 edition of International Yoga Day which saw a unique program called ‘Guardian Ring’. Seventy-nine countries participated in this event, along with United Nations organizations and India Missions.
In the year 2021, the theme for International Yoga Day was “Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family” There were a lot of concerns about the Covid-19 pandemic. People came to realize the importance of maintaining health while following Covid-19 guidelines like social distancing. Social media platforms were used to spread awareness and connect with people all over the world.
The theme for International Yoga Day 2020 was “Yoga for Health- Yoga at Home“. This year was full of calamities such as fire outbreaks, airplane crashes, locust swarms, the Covide-19 outbreak, and cyclones. The World Health Organization referred to Yoga as means of improving health; they recognized the importance of Yoga and emphasized its practice on a global scale.
“Yoga for Heart” was the theme for International Yoga Day in 2019. Our honorable Prime Minister Narendra Mode addressed the people of India and provided significant information regarding the benefits of practicing Yoga. He said Yoga improves the overall health of the body, mind, society, and climate. Further, he added, “Let our motto be – Yoga for peace, harmony, and progress”.
The theme for International Yoga Day 2018 was “Yoga for Peace“; the event was held at Forest Research Institute, Dehradun. This was the fourth time that Yoga was celebrated on an international level to spread awareness about staying fit and maintaining a healthy lifestyle on a worldwide scale.
The theme for International Yoga Day 2017 was “Yoga for Health“, which was organized by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) performed Yoga at their institutes with students and faculty members.
“Conversation with Yoga Masters – Yoga for the Achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals” was the theme for International Yoga Day 2016. A senior government official stated, “The government of India has decided to take forward the momentum created by the International Day of Yoga, 2015, with more and more active participation of youth during the current year’s celebrations.”
The theme for International Yoga Day 2015 was “Yoga for Harmony and Peace“. This was the first time yoga was celebrated on an international scale. The Ministry of Ayush organized this event; the event established 2 Guinness world records that were awarded to the Ministry of Ayush.
International Yoga Day 2023: Logo
The logo was launched by the Union Minister of State for Ayush, Shripad Yesso Naik, and India’s External Affairs Minister, Sushma Swaraj, on 29 April 2015. A lot of thought process was put into the formation, and it carries essential meaning behind it. The 9th International Yoga Day 2023 Logo defined harmony and peace for humanity.
- White Background of Logo: it represents universal awareness, the logo being inscribed on the white background. It signifies that Yoga unites everyone with universal consciousness.
- Joining hands: the human art in the logo represents the state of peace between body, mind, and soul.
- Globe behind Human Art: it represents integration among people all across the world.
- Pair of Leaf: the green leaf represents mother nature, and the brown leaf represents earth; it represents that Yoga helps us to stay connected with nature and our surroundings.
- Human Art and Orange Halo: human art is marked with blue color, representing the formation of the body with water. The orange color represents fire which is the source of ultimate energy.
International Yoga Day 2023: Benefits
Yoga consists of several self-disciplinary practices such as chanting, mantra, meditation, ritual, and breathwork. Nowadays, people face a lot of problems on a daily bases; Yoga helps in maintaining a positive and healthy lifestyle for People, further leading to a happy and productive life.
There are several benefits observed by people who practice Yoga regularly; some of the benefits are an increase in flexibility, reduced stress levels, reduced anxiety, boosted immunity, and improved posture.
International Yoga Day 2023: History
International Yoga Day has been celebrated on 21 June all over the world since 2015, following its commencement in the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. In India, yoga originated around 5,000 years ago, which helped people to interconnect the mind, body, and soul, further supporting holistic development and reducing physical injury and chronic pain.
The thought of International Yoga Day was proposed by our honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 27 September 2014 while delivering a speech at UN General Assembly. On the same day, Asoke Kumar Mukerji, Ambassador of India, introduced 21 June as International Yoga Day.
Yoga Day is celebrated on 21 June since it coincides with Summer Solstice, when the sun is at its highest level, compared to other days of the year. The UN resolution was supported by 177 nations and received many co-sponsors.
FAQs About International Yoga Day 2023
Ques: Why is International Yoga Day celebrated?
Ans: Every year 21 June is celebrated as International Yoga Day to spread awareness about the importance of Yoga and the several benefits that come along with it. Further leading to holistic development, a healthy mind and body.
Ques: Who is the father of Yoga?
Ans: According to Indian mythology, Lord Shiva was considered the father of Yoga; he is regarded as an ‘Adiyogi’, which means the first yogi. In recent times, Patanjali has been considered the father of modern Yoga; he is also considered the founder of Yoga.
Ques: Who launched International Yoga Day?
Ans: United Nations proclaimed 21 June as International Yoga Day on 11 December 2014 because of popular demand for Yoga and spreading awareness.
Ques: What is the theme of International Yoga Day 2023?
Ans: International Yoga Day 2023 Theme is “Yoga for Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”.
