By SCALE UB news team : 21/06/2025

News summary:

Hundreds of yogis gathered at the iconic Times Square on June 21 for the 11th International Yoga Day, in an open-air session organized by the Indian Consulate in New York and Times Square Alliance. Under the banner “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” participants flowed through asanas all day, blending global unity, wellness, and environmental consciousness in the heart of the city. en.wikipedia.org+3hindustantimes.com+3telegraphindia.com+3

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New York City, June 21, 2025 — Times Square—usually ablaze with neon lights—turned into a serene outdoor yoga studio today, as hundreds of practitioners took part in the 11th International Yoga Day. The event, hosted by the Indian Consulate in New York alongside the Times Square Alliance, drew locals and tourists alike to the iconic plaza.

 Global Theme & Local Impact

This year’s theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, emphasized the deep connection between personal wellness and planetary health. From sunrise to sunset, participants performed multiple yoga sessions interspersed with wellness discussions in the “Yoga Village”—a booth-packed space offering mats and guided practice.

 Shared Wellness & Cultural Outreach

Deputy Consul General led morning asanas at 7:30 am, marking a cultural gesture enriched by Indian diplomatic presence. The event fostered harmony, mindfulness, and urban tranquility amidst the daily hustle of Times Square. hindustantimes.com+5hindustantimes.com+5timessquarenyc.org+5

 Global Yoga Celebrations

Alongside New York, cities worldwide—including Tokyo and Washington D.C.—joined the celebrations, reflecting yoga’s enduring legacy and India’s global outreach in promoting health and unity. economictimes.indiatimes.com+3hindustantimes.com+3telegraphindia.com+3