Australian High Commission Celebrates International Yoga Day with Puppy Yoga
A Unique Celebration of Wellness
Philip Green OAM, the Australian High Commissioner to India, announced that the Australian High Commission marked International Yoga Day by engaging in yoga alongside puppies. He described the event as a delightful reminder that 'wellness is enhanced with a wag and a smile.'
Joyful Yoga Session with Puppies
A video shared by Green depicted participants enjoying the company of puppies while practicing yoga to celebrate the occasion. On social media, he expressed, 'In the land that introduced #yoga to the world, we decided to add a touch of paw-sitivity to our practice! This #InternationalYogaDay, we unrolled our mats for a joyful #puppy #yoga session with some furry companions. It reminded us that wellness is best experienced with a wag and a smile.'
Participation in a Larger Event
Earlier that day, Philip Green participated in a yoga event led by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at Nehru Park in Delhi. The event saw the involvement of Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and various diplomats.
A Morning of Refreshing Yoga
Green shared on social media, 'I started the day with a refreshing and energizing stretch at @MEAIndia's #YogaDay event, led by External Affairs Minister @DrSJaishankar. What a wonderful way to celebrate #InternationalYogaDay2025.'
Yoga's Cultural Significance
In an interview, Green remarked, 'Yoga is a significant aspect of India's culture that Australians appreciate. It is one of India's gifts to the world, and this day serves as a reminder of its value in daily life. Its popularity is increasing in Australia, and I believe this International Day will further enhance its growth.'
A Universal Practice
EAM Jaishankar emphasized that the yoga session exemplified the idea of yoga being accessible to everyone, transcending boundaries, ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
Celebrating Global Unity
In a statement on social media, Jaishankar noted, 'I was pleased to join the Diplomatic Corps at Nehru Park in Delhi this morning to celebrate #InternationalDayOfYoga. As PM @narendramodi stated today, the session was a true reflection of Yoga for everyone, beyond boundaries, backgrounds, age, or ability.'
The Theme of This Year's Celebration
The 11th International Day of Yoga was celebrated on June 21, with the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' highlighting the interconnectedness of personal wellness and the health of our planet.
The Global Impact of Yoga
According to a United Nations statement, yoga enhances physical strength, calms the mind, and promotes a greater sense of awareness and responsibility in daily life. This mindfulness encourages healthier and more sustainable lifestyle choices. The UN officially recognized June 21 as International Day of Yoga in 2014 through resolution 69/131.
A Proposal for Global Recognition
The initiative to establish International Day of Yoga was proposed by India and received support from a record 175 member states. PM Modi first introduced this proposal during his address at the 69th session of the General Assembly.