Embassy of India
Helsinki
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11th International Day of Yoga 2025

 

A series of countdown events and signature activities under the theme “One Earth, One health” by Embassy of India, Helsinki in collaboration with local government and Indian community associations for IDY 2025 as per the details below:-

1. 75 Days to IDY, 2025 on 12th April 2025

As part of the 75 Days to IDY 2025 countdown activities, the Embassy of India in Helsinki successfully organised Yoga session in collaboration with Pasila Yoga studio. The event saw active participation from Yoga enthusiasts all coming together to celebrate the spirit of Yoga as a unifying force of health and harmony. Approximately 10 people joined the session.

2. 50 Days to IDY, 2025 on 2nd May 2025

50 Days to IDY 2025 event, bringing together Yoga enthusiasts, members of the Indian diaspora, local Finnish friends, and wellness advocates from diverse backgrounds to embrace the transformative power of this ancient practice. Approximately 30-35 Participants took part in guided sessions based on the Common Yoga Protocol, reaffirming the message of unity, balance, and inner peace that Yoga offers in today’s fast-paced world.

3. 25 days to IDY 2025 on 28th May 2025

In the lead-up to International Day of Yoga 2025, Indians in Tampere, in collaboration with the Embassy of India, Helsinki, hosted a vibrant yoga session celebrating wellness and unity. Participants from diverse backgrounds came together to practice the Common Yoga Protocol, embracing yoga’s timeless message of balance, peace, and harmony.

4. IDY 2025: Event on 14th June 2025

Marking 25 days to International Day of Yoga 2025, Isha Foundation hosted a soulful session in Finland, bringing together approx.. 20-25 yoga enthusiasts and local Finns. Through guided classical practices, participants experienced the depth of inner stillness and balance that Yoga offers.

5. Midnight Sun Yoga in Rovaniemi – A Prelude to IDY 2025 on 19th June 2025

As part of the countdown to International Day of Yoga 2025, the Suomi-Intia Association, in collaboration with the Embassy of India, Helsinki, hosted a special Midnight Sun Yoga session in Rovaniemi. Over 40 participants, including yoga enthusiasts, locals, and members of the Indian diaspora, gathered under the glowing Arctic sky to practice yoga in harmony with nature. The session celebrated unity, wellness, and the timeless connection between body, mind, and spirit—illuminated by the magic of the midnight sun.

6. Celebration of International Day of Yoga in Hanko, Helsinki on 21st June 2025

A small group of 25 Yoga enthusiasts joined a Yoga event organized by Bihar Jharkhand Finland near a beach in the City of Hanko in Helsinki focused on health, unity, and inner balance. The session served as a reminder of yoga’s universal values—promoting peace, self-awareness, and harmony across cultures.

7. Main Event International Day of Yoga 2025 – at Senate Square, Helsinki on 21st June 2025

To mark the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025, the Embassy of India, Helsinki has organised a flagship yoga event at the historic Senate Square in the heart of Helsinki.

Held in the iconic location,  the event brought together around 150 participants, including yoga enthusiasts, Diplomats, members of the Indian diaspora, local residents, and wellness seekers from diverse backgrounds. The session followed the Common Yoga Protocol, inviting all to experience the harmony of body and mind through this ancient practice.

With the majestic Helsinki Cathedral as the backdrop, the open-air yoga session was a vibrant celebration of health, unity, and inner peace—beautifully echoing yoga’s universal message in a uniquely Finnish setting.

 

Helsinki
24 June 2025