Ministry of Jal Shakti Celebrates International Day of Yoga 2025 with a Message of Wellness and Water Conservation

On the occasion of the International Day of Yoga 2025, the Ministry of Jal Shakti marked the day with enthusiastic participation and wide-scale celebrations across India. From regional offices to training institutions, the Ministry’s footprint saw a collective embrace of yoga by its officers, staff, and citizens alike—demonstrating a commitment to holistic health and environmental harmony.

A Spiritual Start by the Yamuna

The flagship event took place along the tranquil banks of the river Yamuna at the BSF Kayaking Camp, Zero Pushta Park, New Delhi. Organized by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), the gathering beautifully combined the timeless discipline of yoga with a strong message of ecological responsibility. As the sun rose, hundreds assembled in harmony to practice yoga, reflecting the unity of body, mind, and environment.

Prior to the commencement of the yoga session, participants joined a live telecast of the national-level celebration led by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi from Visakhapatnam. His inspiring address energized audiences nationwide and reinforced the central message of the International Day of Yoga—fostering harmony within oneself and with the environment.

Key Dignitaries and Collective Participation

Several senior officials graced the Yamuna event, including Smt. Debashree Mukherjee, Secretary of the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Shri Rajeev Mittal, Mission Director of NMCG, and Mr. Kamal Kishore Soan, Managing Director of the Jal Jeevan Mission. Their presence highlighted the strong institutional backing for aligning public health initiatives with sustainable water management efforts.

Also present were hundreds of citizens, among them enthusiastic “Water Warriors” and members of the general public, all united by the shared goal of rejuvenating India’s rivers through community involvement and spiritual wellness.

Yoga and Water: Twin Pillars of Sustainability

This year’s celebration was not just a show of mass yoga participation; it was a convergence of two national missions—the promotion of physical and mental well-being through yoga, and the drive for river rejuvenation and waterconservation. The symbolic setting of the Yamuna added depth to the event, reinforcing the importance of restoring India’s lifelines—its rivers—through public awareness and engagement.

Through yoga, a deeper consciousness about the environment was awakened, and through the setting beside a sacred river, the significance of clean and flowing water became more evident. The event highlighted “jan bhagidari” (public participation) as a powerful tool in sustainable water resource management.

A Broader Vision: Connecting People and Rivers

The Ministry of Jal Shakti upholds the belief that our bond with rivers transcends the physical, embracing deep spiritual and cultural significance. By integrating yoga into its initiatives, the Ministry seeks to inspire citizens to cultivate both inner harmony and environmental awareness. This approach encourages a way of life where personal well-being and ecological conservation naturally complement each other.

In essence, the 2025 International Day of Yoga celebrations organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti weren’t just about yoga poses on riverbanks. They were a powerful narrative of ecological consciousness, wellness, and public unity—a message that resonates with the global call for harmony between humanity and nature.