As part of the ongoing International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 celebrations, Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), under the Ministry of Ayush, successfully organised the inaugural event of the global programme ‘Yoga Bandhan’ on 17th June, 2025. 

This significant initiative, one of the 10 Signature Events under IDY 2025, underscores India’s commitment to strengthening global cooperation through institution-to-institution partnerships in the field of Yoga.

‘Yoga Bandhan’ brought together global Yoga ambassadors from across the globe and served as a platform for cultural exchange, academic dialogue, and a shared vision for global well-being through Yoga. 

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from eminent international delegates, including Yoga academicians, practitioners, studio founders, authors, and wellness experts representing 15 countries.

The inaugural session was graced by Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush. In his keynote address, he highlighted India’s visionary leadership in placing Yoga at the forefront of global wellness discourse. 

Referring to data from the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), he mentioned that approximately 95% of India’s rural and urban population is aware of

Ayush systems, with nearly 35% of the population actively practicing some form of Yoga.