India to host 2nd Asian Yogasana Sports Championship in April

Rakesh Thapliyal

New Delhi: The 2nd Asian Yogasana Sports Championship, originally scheduled for March 29-31, 2025, will now take place on April 25^th – 27^th 2025 in New Delhi. The revised dates accommodate requests from international teams for additional preparation time and ensure wider participation, while also being mindful of the holy month of Ramadan.

Organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, in collaboration with the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and Yogasana Bharat, the championship aims to further establish Yogasana as a global competitive sport while honouring its deep-rooted traditions.

The event will bring together top Yogasana athletes from across Asia, providing a platform to showcase their strength, flexibility, and precision. It is a step toward positioning Yogasana as a mainstream sport and advancing efforts for its inclusion in global multi-sport competitions.

Dr. Sanjay Malpani, President of Asian Yogasana. 

Dr Sanjay Malpani, President of Asian Yogasana, highlighted the championship’s growing significance, “The shift in dates reflects our commitment to making the event truly inclusive and competitive. With greater participation, the championship will further strengthen Yogasana’s presence as a serious global sport. We look forward to welcoming athletes from across Asia to New Delhi for a world-class event.”

Dr Jaideep Arya, Secretary General, World Yogasana.

Dr Jaideep Arya, Secretary General, World Yogasana, stated, “This championship is a celebration of Yogasana’s transformation from an ancient practice to a globally recognized sport. The extended timeline ensures athletes are better prepared, leading to a more competitive and inspiring event. We remain dedicated to advancing Yogasana as a mainstream sporting discipline.”

Mr. Udit Sheth, President of Yogasana Bharat

Mr. Udit Sheth, President of Yogasana Bharat, expressed his vision: “India continues to lead the way in establishing Yogasana as a competitive sport. The revised dates are fantastic to allow all nationalities to participate at their best such that we have a world class event with complete participation.”

With Yogasana gaining global recognition, this championship is expected to attract significant attention from the international sporting community, reinforcing its place in competitive sports and paving the way for its inclusion in future multi-sport events.

About Asian Yogasana:

Asian Yogasana is a registered sports federation recognised by Olympic Council of Asia dedicated to promoting and regulating Yogasana as a competitive sport in Asia. Affiliated with World Yogasana, the organization is committed to excellence and tradition, designing curricula, providing training, and organizing competitions to establish Yogasana as an internationally recognized discipline.