International Yoga Day
“Yoga: India’s timeless gift to the world for holistic wellness and harmony.”
Organized by: Antas Sewa Foundation Lead Facilitator: Acharya Dharaveer Singh, Senior Naturopathy Expert and Program Director Dates: 19-21 June 2025 Locations: BSF Academy Tekanpur MadhyaPradesh, BRD Medical College Gorakhpur, NDRF Gorakhpur, Police Line Gorakhpur, Hetimpur Shiv Mandir Deoria and others.
Overview
The Antas Sewa Foundation celebrated International Yoga Day 2025 with a series of transformative and inclusive events, reaching over 4,000 participants including BSF personnel, NDRF units, medical students, civilians, and children across multiple locations in Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh
Led by Acharya Dharaveer Singh, the sessions combined traditional yoga, naturopathy, sujok therapy, and lifestyle guidance, creating a deep impact on the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of participants.
Traditional Yoga
Ancient practices and asanas taught by expert instructors to improve flexibility, strength and mental clarity.
Naturopathy
Natural healing methods focusing on the body’s inherent ability to maintain and restore health
Sujok Therapy
Korean healing technique using pressure points on hands and feet to treat various ailments and promote wellness.
Lifestyle Guidance
Practical advice on incorporating yogic principles into daily routines for sustained health benefits.
Glimpses of the Celebration
- Acharya Dharaveer Singh conducting Common Yoga Protocol at BSF Tekanpur, Madhya Pradesh with over 2,000 jawans in perfect synchrony.
- Families of BSF officers engaging in holistic wellness sessions, learning about yogic diet and sujok techniques.
- Glimpses from the mass yoga session at Police Line, Gorakhpur attended by 800+ officers and presided over by
senior officials. - 400+ nursing trainees at BRD Medical College practicing yoga under the guidance of Shiv Sharan Jaiswal and
Aradhana Yadav. - Civilians of Hetimpur participating in early morning yoga by the ancient Shiv Mandir, blending tradition and wellness.
- 300+ NDRF jawans and civilians practiced yoga at Ram Ghat under the guidance of Ankit Pandey, with a special
demonstration by Sadhana Yadav. - On 19 June, 400+ NDRF personnel and nursing students practiced yoga at Sayed Modi Stadium under the guidance of Ankit Pandey, with a special demonstration by Sadhana Yadav.
Impact Analysis
| Area of Impact | Description |
|---|---|
| Participation Scale | Over 4,000+ individuals including jawans, students, officers, families, and civilians. |
| Wellness Awareness | Participants reported enhanced energy, reduced stress, better breathing, and improved focus. |
| Mind-Body Harmony | 95% attendees expressed a desire to continue daily yoga practice. |
| Knowledge of Alternative Therapies | Exposure to naturopathy, sujok therapy, and yogic diet created curiosity and awareness among youth and officers alike. |
| Social Harmony & Inclusion | Children, women, elderly and officers shared a common platform4bridging generations and backgrounds. |
| Media & Visibility | The event gained visibility through live shares, photos, and social media coverage with #YogaWithAntas |
Participation
Over 4,000 individuals across
multiple locations
Continuation Intent
Attendees expressing desire to
continue daily yoga practice
Locations
Events held across Uttar Pradesh and
Madhya Pradesh
Feedback & Testimonials
“In our high-pressure routine, this was a breath of
calm. I feel more balanced.” – BSF Officer, Tekanpur, Madhya Pradesh
“It’s amazing how yoga can heal not just the body but also thoughts. We want these sessions regularly!” – Nursing Trainee, BRD Medical College, Gorakhpur
“Our children now wake up early and do yoga every day. This event was truly life-changing.” 4 Participant, Hetimpur Civic Yoga Camp, Deoria
“Participating in this event has inspired us to include yoga in our daily routine. It was truly a transformative experience for all of us nursing students.”- Participant, NDRF
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