On the morning of June 21, 2025, something extraordinary unfolded on the school grounds of Little Flower Matriculation Higher Secondary School. Under the expert guidance of Mr. P. Krishnan Balaji, yoga guru and head of SREE PATHANJALI MAHARISHI YOGALAYAM TRUST, more than 300 students came together in a vibrant and synchronized display of unity, discipline, and health awareness. In alignment with the United Nations’ 11th International Day of Yoga and its 2025 theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” this event wasn’t just a celebration—it was a movement. Officially recorded as Nova World Record No: NWR 2024-1091, this yoga session has made history.
🌍 Why “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”
Every year, the International Day of Yoga reflects a global concern. This year’s theme spotlighted the interconnectedness of personal health and planetary well-being. Yoga, with its roots in balance and mindfulness, serves as a powerful tool to bridge the gap between self-care and Earth care.
This message was at the heart of the event—showcasing how ancient practice can bring modern impact, from our minds to the environment.
🏛️ About SREE PATHANJALI MAHARISHI YOGALAYAM TRUST
The SREE PATHANJALI MAHARISHI YOGALAYAM TRUST has long been at the forefront of holistic wellness through yoga. With a strong vision of integrating yoga into daily life, especially for youth, the Trust regularly conducts community sessions, awareness drives, and school collaborations. This latest event is one of their most ambitious yet—and the results speak volumes.
🧘 Who Is P. Krishnan Balaji?
A yoga educator with decades of experience, Mr. P. Krishnan Balaji is known for his passion and commitment to spreading yoga’s transformative power. His methods are simple yet impactful, focusing on accessibility and inclusivity. At this event, his dedication shone through as he personally trained students and orchestrated the synchronized 10-minute performance.
🎉 The Event: A Nova World Record Performance
Let’s talk numbers:
- Date: June 21, 2025
- Time: 6:30 AM
- Location: Little Flower Matriculation Hr. Sec. School
- Participants: 300+ students
- Routine Duration: 10 minutes
- Focus: Weight Loss Yoga Routine
- Record No: NWR 2024-1091
This was not just about breaking a record—it was about creating a new standard for school-based wellness events.
🏫 Little Flower School: More Than Just a Venue
This event would not have been possible without the unwavering support from Little Flower Matriculation Hr. Sec. School, where every teacher, staff member, and student played a role. From weeks of practice to seamless organization on the day, the school embodied the spirit of the International Day of Yoga.
🎤 The Voice of Motivation: Chairman Mr. S John Xavier Thangaraj
The Chairman of the Little Flower Group of Institutions, Mr. S John Xavier Thangaraj, delivered a powerful motivational speech that set the tone for the event. He emphasized the importance of yoga in students’ lives and commended everyone involved for their collective effort.
“When young minds embrace discipline and wellness, they don’t just build strong bodies—they build a strong future for our planet.”
🕕 The Day Begins: 6:30 AM with Purpose
The air was crisp, the mood electric. By 6:30 AM, students had lined up in perfect rows. With mats in place and hearts focused, the event began with a warm-up, followed by a 10-minute weight loss yoga routine—a set of asanas specially chosen for their fat-burning and energizing properties.
💪 The Yoga Sequence
The 10-minute session was a beautiful flow of dynamic asanas and mudras that blended strength, flexibility, and inner balance. Under the careful guidance of Mr. P. Krishnan Balaji, students performed a well-curated sequence that included:
- Padahastasana – A forward bend that stretches the spine and energizes the nervous system.
- Paschimottanasana – A seated forward bend known for improving digestion and reducing stress.
- Vajrasana – A grounding posture that aids digestion and calms the mind, often used in meditation.
- Sasangasana – Also called Rabbit Pose, it helps relieve tension in the back and shoulders.
The session also integrated powerful yoga mudras, which are symbolic hand gestures that channel energy and enhance concentration:
- Yoga Mudra – A gesture promoting surrender and inner peace.
- Surya Mudra – Known to boost metabolism and support healthy weight loss.
- Detox Mudra – Helps stimulate the body’s natural detoxification processes.
- Matangi Mudra – Balances emotions and supports mental clarity.
- Prana Mudra – Awakens vital energy and strengthens the immune system.
- Adhi Mudra – Encourages calmness and improves lung capacity.
Together, these asanas and mudras formed a holistic yoga sequence that symbolized the event’s theme: unity, wellness, and harmony between body, mind, and the Earth.
Each move was executed in harmony, reflecting weeks of discipline and dedication.
🤝 Together in Spirit: Staff and Students Alike
One of the most beautiful aspects of this event was the unity displayed. This wasn’t just a student-only affair. Teachers and staff joined the performance, setting an example of lifelong learning and collaboration.
🌱 Connecting Yoga to UN SDGs
This yoga event wasn’t just good for the body—it was aligned with the world’s most important development goals. Specifically:
- SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being: Promoting healthy habits early in life.
- SDG 4 – Quality Education: Blending physical education with academic values.
- SDG 13 – Climate Action: Yoga encourages eco-friendly, mindful living.
🌿 Yoga for a Greener Tomorrow
The event also carried a strong eco-conscious message. Students used biodegradable mats, avoided plastic bottles, and participated in a short eco-awareness pledge—blending physical action with environmental intention.
📸 Covered and Celebrated
Media outlets, local dignitaries, and school community members celebrated the event’s success. Photographs of the perfectly synchronized yoga performance went viral, capturing the imagination of people across the country.
✅ Conclusion
The 11th International Day of Yoga was more than an annual observance this year—it was a record-breaking, soul-stirring, community-unifying experience. Thanks to the efforts of P. Krishnan Balaji, the SREE PATHANJALI MAHARISHI YOGALAYAM TRUST, and the students and staff of Little Flower Matric. Hr. Sec. School, the world witnessed how yoga can heal, unite, and uplift—all at once.
