To commemorate ‘A Decade of International Day of Yoga’ on the occasion of 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY), the ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR), New Delhi, organized a series of awareness and outreach activities as given below-
- Radio Talk – 04.06.2025 (Broadcast on 20.06.2025)
A radio talk titled “Role of Yoga in Education” was recorded on 4th June 2025 and broadcast on 20th June 2025. Dr. Ishwar Singh, Principal Scientist and Nodal Officer, 11th IDY delivered the talk highlighted the significance of yoga in education domain. All Hindu school of thoughts emphasise the aim of yoga to have physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health with ultimate aim to get peace in life. All the six branches of yoga viz., raja yog, karma yog, gyan yog, bhakti yog, tantra yog and hath yog was discussed in detail. The Patanjali Yoga Sutra, one of the six Hindu School of Philosophy that outlined Astangyog like Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayam, Pratyahara, Dharana, Dhyan and Samadhi were also talked over in detail. As well as the prerequisite for performing yoga asanas were discussed. The specific yoga asanas and pranayam for the benefit of youth, women and farmers were talked about.
- Invited Lecture on “Yoga and Bhagavad Gita for spiritual enlightenment” – 16.06.2025
An insightful lecture on “Yoga and Bhagavad Gita for spiritual enlightenment” was delivered by Dr. Shambhu Dayal Sharma (Ph.D., Yoga), Life Member, Indian Yoga Association, preaching Bhagavad Gita at ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi. Dr. Sharma elaborated on the philosophy of yoga as presented in the Bhagavad Gita, emphasizing the holistic development—physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual—achieved through regular practice. Dr Sharma also distributed Bhagavad Gita to staff of the bureau. The session was well-received and appreciated by the Director and staff of ICAR-NBPGR.
- Yoga Workshop for Senior Citizens – 18.06.2025
A yoga workshop specifically tailored for senior citizens was organized at NBCC Heights, Sector 89, Gurugram. Dr. Ishwar Singh conducted the yoga session provided practical demonstrations and guidance on yoga postures, pranayama, and yogic practices, with a focus on safety and health benefits. The residents participated enthusiastically and expressed keen interest in the continuation of such programs.
- School Outreach Program – 19.06.2025
A comprehensive yoga workshop was conducted at GAV International School, DLF Phase III, Gurugram. The event included a lecture on yoga by Dr Ishwar Singh, a declamation contest, a yoga asana competition, and demonstrations of yogic kriyas such as Jal Neti. The event aimed to inculcate the value of yoga among school students and promote a healthy lifestyle from an early age.
- IDY Celebration – 21.06.2025
The main event commemorating the 11th IDY was held on 21st June 2025 at the ICAR-NBPGR campus in New Delhi. Staff members actively participated in a guided yoga session led by Dr. Ishwar Singh. The event successfully fostered awareness and enthusiasm for adopting yoga as a part of daily life for improved health and well-being.
