International Yoga Day is celebrated every year on June 21, which is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and holds special significance in many cultures. Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed the idea of a day dedicated to yoga. He proposed the idea during his address to the United Nations General Assembly in September 2014.

International Yoga Day is celebrated every year to raise awareness of the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of practicing yoga. In 2026, it will be observed on Sunday, June 21, as millions of people across the globe come together to practice yoga and promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. The annual observance highlights the importance of yoga as a holistic approach to health and a means of achieving harmony between the mind and body.

Date And History

International Yoga Day is celebrated every year on June 21, which is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and holds special significance in many cultures. Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed the idea of a day dedicated to yoga. He proposed the idea during his address to the United Nations General Assembly in September 2014.

The proposal received overwhelming support from UN member states, and on December 11, 2014, the United Nations officially proclaimed June 21 as International Day of Yoga. The first International Yoga Day was celebrated on June 21, 2015, with participation from countries around the world.