International Day of Yoga: Promoting Global Health and Well-being through Ancient Indian Wisdom

Author(s)	Dr. Dhanu Murmu
Country	India
Abstract	Abstract The International Day of Yoga is celebrated on 21st June every year, this day is one of the most successful and grand examples of cultural diplomacy and global health promotion in the twenty first century. Yoga started in ancient India but has spread throughout the world as a practice that has a significant impact on physical, mental, emotional and social health. In 2014, the United Nations General Assembly has declared 21st June as International Day of Yoga, celebrating yoga contribution to human health and sustainable lifestyles at holistic level. This article explores the history of yoga, the importance of the International Day of Yoga and how it contributes to the promotion of health and well-being around the world. The study explores the integrative approach of yoga in relation to modern challenges of health such as stress, non-communicable diseases, mental health disorders, and on the basis of the philosophical traditions, contemporary health research and international policy frameworks. The article also delves into the role of yoga in cultural diplomacy and sustainable development.
Keywords	Keywords: yoga, international day of yoga, global health, well-being, ancient indian wisdom, cultural diplomacy, sustainable development
Field	Sociology > Linguistic / Literature
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-06-23

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