Guided by the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the International Day of (IDY) has evolved from a cultural tradition into a dynamic global movement. Since 2015, it has inspired millions worldwide to embrace the ancient Indian practice that promotes physical vitality, mental calm, and spiritual balance. In 2025, the theme “One Earth, One Health” highlights the vital link between human well-being and the health of our planet.

With great enthusiasm, Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a Singrauli-based Miniratna company under the Ministry of Coal, is launching a large-scale awareness campaign from June 15 to June 20, 2025, in the lead-up to the 10th International Day of Yoga on June 21.

With a goal to touch the lives of nearly 25,000 people, NCL is weaving Yoga into the very fabric of its corporate, community, and environmental ethos. This proactive step is not just about celebrating a day, but about integrating yoga into everyday life for thousands in and around Singrauli.

In line with the broader “One Earth, One Health” theme, NCL’s campaign underscores the growing global recognition that human health cannot be isolated from the health of our environment and social fabric. Through its week-long program, NCL is seeking to bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and modern life.

Here are some highlights of the campaign:

These vibrant rallies will crisscross local neighborhoods, coal townships, schools, and marketplaces, bringing yoga closer to the people. By involving employees, contractual workers, schoolchildren, local communities, and senior citizens, the initiative aims to make yoga a household habit.

To spark youthful enthusiasm, NCL is hosting essay writing and poster-making competitions for school and college students. These contests will allow the younger generation to explore the meaning of yoga beyond physical exercise—delving into its potential as a tool for mental focus, emotional resilience, and ecological awareness.

Throughout the week, community yoga sessions following the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) will be organized across NCL’s operational areas. These sessions are designed to include everyone—from experienced practitioners to curious beginners.

Special workshops will be held in schools and colleges, focusing on the long-term benefits of daily yoga practice. By introducing students to yoga at a young age, NCL hopes to lay the foundation for a healthier and more mindful generation.

The grand finale of this extensive campaign will unfold on June 21, when over 10,000 people will simultaneously participate in yoga sessions conducted across all of NCL’s areas and operational units. This large-scale collective practice symbolizes unity in diversity, and the shared aspiration for global wellness.

The event is more than a symbolic celebration; it reflects NCL’s deep commitment to building a culture of health, not just within the company, but in the larger ecosystem it serves. Yoga, in this vision, becomes a unifying force—connecting individuals to their bodies, to each other, and to the earth.

In addition to its community engagement, NCL is also working to make yoga a sustainable workplace practice. By incorporating yoga into employee programs and encouraging family participation, the company aims to reduce stress, improve productivity, and foster a culture of well-being.

These initiatives align perfectly with global trends recognizing that lifestyle diseases, stress, and sedentary habits can be effectively managed through regular yoga practice. In this context, NCL’s efforts not only support personal health but also contribute to socio-economic and ecological sustainability.

As the world marks the 10th International Day of Yoga, NCL stands as a shining example of how public sector enterprises can champion holistic wellness. Its campaign mirrors Prime Minister Modi’s broader vision of positioning India as the global hub of wellness and wisdom through yoga.

By intertwining the threads of tradition, health, community, and environment, NCL’s “One Earth, One Health” initiative is more than a corporate campaign—it is a movement towards a more conscious, connected, and compassionate world.