The BSF marked the 11th International Yoga Day with a patriotic yoga session at Attari near the Indo-Pak border. Over 1,100 participants joined, showcasing unity and wellness. ASI also held yoga events at iconic heritage sites in Punjab and Haryana, aligning with the theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.”
In a vibrant display of unity, wellness, and national pride, the Border Security Force (BSF) organised a special yoga session on Saturday to mark the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) at the Joint Check Post (JCP) in Attari, situated along the India-Pakistan border.
Under the global theme “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” the event attracted an impressive gathering of over 1,100 participants, including BSF personnel, Army officers, students, and civil dignitaries, and local residents from nearby border villages. The initiative was led by Atul Fulzele, Inspector General of BSF Punjab Frontier, who played a pivotal role in energising and the crowd and emphasizing the importance of yoga in daily life.
Set against the symbolic and historic backdrop of the International Border, the event was not just a wellness session but a testament to the patriotic spirit of India’s armed forces. Asanas and breathing techniques were performed under the guidance of certified yoga trainers, who detailed the physical and mental benefits of the ancient practice.
Inspector General Fulzele addressed the gathering and urged everyone to adopt yoga as a daily discipline for achieving holistic well-being and mental peace. “Yoga has the power to transform lives. For those serving the nation and even for civilians, it is a means to build inner strength, discipline, and harmony,” he said.
The choice of location — the Attari Joint Check Post — added a profound layer of meaning to the session. With Pakistan just across the border, the serene postures of yoga practitioners echoed a powerful message of peace, resilience, and unity, reinforcing the BSF’s multifaceted role not only as guardians of national security but also as promoters of national health and wellness.
The BSF stated, “The celebration reflected our unflinching commitment to promoting harmony, health, and patriotism. We stand as the nation’s first line of defence and also as torchbearers of wellness and unity.”
Yoga Celebrations at Iconic Heritage Sites
Parallel to the border celebrations, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) also marked the International Day of Yoga by organising sessions at five historical monuments across Punjab and Haryana. These included:
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Jallianwala Bagh National Memorial, Amritsar
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Maharaja Ranjit Singh Fort, Jalandhar
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Bathinda Fort, Bathinda
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Shamsher Khan’s Tomb, Gurdaspur
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Prithviraj Chauhan’s Fort, Hisar (Haryana)
These heritage sites, identified among the 100 iconic locations by the Ministry of Culture for IDY celebrations, were selected by the ASI’s Chandigarh Circle. Yoga sessions at these locations began with a live telecast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address, followed by the Common Yoga Protocol session conducted for all present.
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The initiative aimed to blend India’s rich cultural legacy with the transformative power of yoga, promoting it as a universal solution for physical and mental well-being. These programs underscored yoga’s relevance not just as a personal practice, but as a unifying force for diverse communities across time and space.
A Celebration of Spirit, Strength, and Heritage
The synchronised yoga events — both at the politically sensitive border in Attari and at culturally significant monuments — reflected India’s growing commitment to yoga as a means to promote global health, spiritual balance, and peace. The International Day of Yoga 2025 thus became a celebration not just of a physical practice, but of the spirit of India — strong, peaceful, and united in diversity.
