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NewDelhi, India, March 4th, 2025–TheMinistry ofYouth Affairs and Sports, Government of India,incollaborationwiththeSportsAuthority ofIndia(SAI)andYogasanaBharat,is proud to announcethe2nd Asian Yogasana Championship, scheduled to be held from March29to31,2025,attheIndiraGandhiArena,NewDelhi.
ThechampionshipaimstopromoteYogasanaasasportonaninternationalplatformwhile embracing its rich heritage and deep-rooted cultural significance. This event will bring together top athletes from across Asia to showcase their skill, agility, and discipline in various competitive Yogasana categories.Theaim is to promote Yogasana as a sport globally,andcreatearoadmaptowardsinclusionintotheOlympicsasacompetitivesport.
Thechampionshipissupported byleadingorganizations,includingtheOlympicCouncilof Asia, World Yogasana, Asian Yogasana and Yogasana Indraprastha. With a vision to establishYogasanaasamainstreamglobalsport,theeventwillofferadisplayofbalance, strength, and flexibility, highlightingtheimmense potential ofthesport.
Key HighlightsoftheEvent:
- ParticipationfromeliteYogasanaathletesacrossAsia
- Minimum16countriestoparticipate,withmoreexpectedtojoin
- Competitivecategoriesandperformancesjudgedbyexpertpanels
- CulturalprogramsandexhibitionsshowcasingIndiaֱyogictraditions
- Opportunitiesfor youthengagementandawarenessaboutYogasanaֱpotentialasa global sport.
UnionMinisterofYouthAffairs&Sports,Dr.MansukhMandaviya,highlightedIndiaֱpivotalroleinYogaֱglobaljourney,stating,“India,thebirthplaceofYoga,ishonouredto hostthe2ndAsianYogasanaChampionship.Thiseventismorethanjustacompetition;it is a celebration of our ancient wisdom evolving into a modern competitive sport. We are committedtomakingYosgasanaֱaglobalsportingdiscipline,andthischampionshipisa significantsteptowardthatgoal.Throughthisevent,weshowcasenotjusttheathleticism of Yogasanasbut also its power to transform lives, both physically and mentally. I look forward to this championship being a grand success and bringing togethertheprincipleof holistic well beingacrosstheworldspearheaded by India.”
Dr. Sanjay Malpani, President of Asian Yogasana, emphasizedthechampionshipֱ impact, saying, “The2nd Asian Yogasana Championship is a defining moment in our missiontoestablishYogasanasasagloballyrecognizedsport.Wearewitnessingthefusion of tradition with modern athletic excellence. This championship is proof that Yogasana is notjustapracticebutacompetitivesportthatdemandsprecision,endurance,andartistry. Withevery athletewhocompetes, wetakeonestepclosertoYogasanas rightful placeontheworld stage.”
DrJaideepArya,Secretary General,WorldYogasana,“emphasizedthat“the2ndAsian Yogasana Championship in New Delhi marks a significant milestone in our mission to promoteYogasanaas aglobal competitivesport. This championshipbringstogetherexceptional athletesfrom across Asia, showcasingthestrength, flexibility, and discipline that define this ancient practice. We areproudtowitnessthegrowingenthusiasmforYogasanaandremaincommittedtoitsdevelopment as a mainstream sporting discipline. May this event inspire future generations to embrace Yogasana for both excellence in competition and holistic well-being.”
Mr. Udit Sheth, President of YogasanaBharat,expressed hisvisionfortheevent,stating,“ThischampionshipisabeaconofIndiaֱleadershipintheglobalYogasanamovement.Astheworld increasingly recognizestheimmense benefits of Yogasanas, we stand attheforefront, shaping its future as a sport. Our mission is to provide young athletes with a platformtoshine,toelevateYogasanastopremiersportingevents,andtoreinforceIndiaֱ commitment to sharing this invaluable heritage withtheworld.”
Withtheincreasing recognition of Yogasana as a sport,thechampionship is expected to draw significant attention fromtheglobal sporting community. It serves as a stepping stonetowardYogasanaֱinclusionininternationalmulti-sportevents,fosteringawareness and enthusiasm for this ancient practice in a modern sporting framework.
