“The essence of yoga is “to unite”, and it is heartening to see how yoga has united the world. Whether it is the steps of the Sydney Opera House, the summit of Mount Everest, or the vast expanse of the ocean, the message remains the same: Yoga is for everyone and for all, Beyond Boundaries, Beyond Backgrounds, Beyond age or ability. The theme of this year’s International Day of Yoga,“Yoga for One Earth, One Health”, reflects a profound truth: the health of every entity on Earth is interconnected. 

Human well-being depends on the health of the soil that produces our food, the rivers that supply our water, the animals that share our ecosystems, and the plants that nourish us. Yoga awakens us to this interconnectedness and guides us on a journey toward oneness with the world and teaches us that we are not isolated individuals but integral parts of nature. Initially, we learn to care for our own health and wellness, but gradually, this care expands to our environment, society, and the planet. Yoga is a profound personal discipline that, at the same time, serves as a collective system—one that transitions individuals from Me to We. The spirit of “Me to We” encapsulates the very soul of India.

When an individual rises above self-interest and begins to think about society at large, the welfare of all humanity becomes possible. Indian culture teaches us the value of “Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah”—the welfare of all is one’s sacred duty and this journey from ‘Me’ to ‘We’ forms the foundation of service, dedication, and coexistence. It is this very thinking that fosters social harmony. Let this Yoga Day mark the beginning of Yoga for Humanity 2.0, where Inner Peace becomes Global Policy. Yoga should not remain merely a personal practice but should evolve into a medium for global partnerships. Every nation and every society should integrate yoga into their lifestyle and public policy. We have to make a collective effort to advance a peaceful, balanced, and sustainable world. Yoga should guide the world from conflict to cooperation, and from stress to solutions. 

Everyone should transform yoga into a jan andolan – a people’s movement. Every individual should begin their day with yoga to bring balance in life, and every society should embrace yoga to be free of stress. Yoga should serve as a thread that weaves humanity together, Yoga for One Earth, One Health should become a global resolution”.

"My dear Brazilian brothers and sisters,

The practice of Yoga available to India or Bharat since thousands of years, has, in recent past, surpassed the geographical boundaries and spread to each and every country.

Brazil, with a distance of nearly 15,000 km from India, boasts of a large community of Yoga practitioners. According to an estimate, there are over five million Brazilians who practice one or the other form of Yoga on a regular basis. This Embassy, along with Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre at São Paulo, a Cultural Centre of Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) established in 2011, has been working to promote Yoga across the length and breadth of Brazil – India’s Strategic Partner.

In order to achieve the above objective, we have embarked upon a unique and ambitious project, YogaNet, a national platform designed to connect the Yoga community in Brazil. The objective is to make available the knowledge about the millennial practice of Yoga and its potential to contribute to our daily lives in a holistic form leading to physical, mental and spiritual well-being. It assumes even more importance in today’s world of conflicts and fast-paced lifestyles where all of us crave for inner peace, wisdom and liberation.

I am, therefore, delighted to present to you all our new website under the title of YogaNet. Interestingly, it epitomises the very essence of Yoga, i.e., to unite. It aims to not only unite Yoga practitioners but also provide the information in a united and comprehensive manner.

In this context, I am compelled to add that Shri Narendra Modi ji, Prime Minister of India, while speaking on the occasion of 11th International Day of Yoga on 21 June 2025, highlighted Yoga’s role in uniting humanity, as it transcends all barriers, boundaries, and backgrounds. He also described it as a “pause button” for humanity, allowing us to rebalance and become whole again. Indeed, the civilizational values of India promote the concepts of oneness and the integral development of both the individual and the collective—a journey from Me to We.

YogaNet aims to, inter-alia, promote, deepen and broaden our understanding of the philosophy behind “One Earth, One Health” and oneness with nature, helping us realize our full potential for development and sustainability.

Through the latest research and developments in Yoga and Ayurveda, and their connection with the traditional knowledge systems of India, YogaNet would link Brazil with upgraded knowledge in these and related fields. It would provide tools, space and a virtual environment for Yoga practitioners to connect, network and advance their skills and capacities.

I sincerely believe that this initiative would also strengthen the cultural connection between India and Brazil. I hope Brazilians would make the best use of YogaNet and engage with it with full support and appreciation."

Dinesh Bhatia

Ambassador of India to Brazil

"I extend my best wishes and  heartiest congratulations to the Swami Vivekanand Cultural Centre ( SVCC), São Paulo, on the launch of a dedicated Yoga Website for Brazil — a visionary initiative that brings together Yoga teachers, schools, and enthusiasts across Brazil onto one dynamic platform.

This digital space not only celebrates the ancient wisdom of Yoga but also strengthens the growing community that shares a commitment to health, harmony, and holistic well-being. By uniting diverse practitioners and institutions, the website fosters greater collaboration, learning, and outreach, truly embodying the spirit of “Yoga for All.” As Yoga continues to inspire lives across the world, this platform will serve as a valuable resource to guide, connect, and support those walking the path of self-awareness and inner peace. 

The Consulate General of India proudly supports this meaningful endeavor and commends the SVCC, São Paulo for its continued efforts in promoting India’s spiritual heritage and the timeless relevance of Yoga in today’s world."

“The meaning of the word Yoga is union or integration at all possible levels of understanding. I view the initiative of the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Center of São Paulo to create a network of Yoga teachers as very auspicious. This allows us to communicate more quickly and determine ways to promote this discipline, which we know is so beneficial to humanity, with quality and safety. As long as the purpose of Yoga is maintained, regardless of the line, orientation, or tradition each teacher follows, together we will undoubtedly be more effective. I congratulate Dr. Jyoti and her team on this initiative, and I hope we make good use of this opportunity.” 

“Hello, dear friends on the path of Yoga. I hope to find you all happy and healthy on this joyful occasion of the launch of the YogaNet website. It is a source of joy and a great honour to participate in this moment of fostering and disseminating Yoga in a global context, with the support and backing of the Indian Government.

We are all very welcome to this website, which will serve to strengthen ties and collaborations among us, so that we can contribute to this important mission of doing good for the society in which we live through Traditional Yoga, supported by the profound knowledge of the great rishis who developed it and by the science that corroborates it and makes it accessible and understandable to us Westerners. Hari OM!”