Houston, May 18—Preparations for the 11th International Day of Yoga are underway in the United States, with a curtain-raiser event hosted by the Consulate General of India in Houston. Over 25 yoga events are scheduled across major cities, building momentum toward the global celebration on June 21.
Yoga enthusiasts will gather in locations including Houston (City Hall and India House), Sugar Land, Pearland, Baytown, Fulshear, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, Bentonville, Denver, and Oklahoma City. The initiative reflects growing enthusiasm for yoga as a universal wellness practice.
"This annual celebration of yoga has become a unifying force across communities," said Consul General D.C. Manjunath. “We are grateful for the continued support of all our partners and attendees over the years, and we look forward to making Yoga Day 2025 a grand success.”
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As part of its outreach to younger audiences, the Consulate participated in a special session at the University of Houston. Organized in partnership with the Graduate Indian Students Organization (GISO) and Hindu Yuva, the event saw students and faculty practice breathing and mindfulness exercises.“Yoga helps us stay grounded and balanced even in demanding academic environments,” said Ananya Rao, a graduate student. “It’s meaningful to be part of a global movement with deep roots in Indian culture,” she added.