Andhra Pradesh made history on International Yoga Day 2025 by setting 23 global records, including two Guinness World Records
A Sea of Serenity: Vizag Hosts Record-Breaking Yoga Day
On June 21, 2025, Vizag, the coastal city of Visakhapatnam transformed into a living canvas of wellness as over 3.03 lakh people gathered to perform yoga in unison. The event, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, marked the 11th International Day of Yoga and set a new Guinness World Record for the largest yoga gathering at a single location.
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The event was part of the state’s ambitious ‘Yogandhra’ campaign, aimed at promoting yoga as a lifestyle across all demographics. Participants began arriving as early as 2 AM, filling the RK Beach stretch with mats, chants, and synchronized movements. The visual spectacle of yoga practitioners stretching along the Bay of Bengal was described by CM Naidu as “two mighty oceans, one of water, the other of wellness.”
The state had aimed for 5 lakh participants at the venue but achieved a verified count of 302,087, setting a new benchmark for public health mobilization. The feat was recognized by both Guinness World Records and the World Book of Records, contributing to a total of 23 global records created across the state.
Tribal Triumph: Surya Namaskar Sets Second Guinness Record
A day before the main event, another historic moment unfolded at Andhra University, where 22,122 tribal students performed 108 Surya Namaskars for 108 minutes, a feat that earned the second Guinness World Record for the state. The performance was not only a display of physical endurance but also a celebration of inclusivity, showcasing how yoga transcends social and geographic boundaries.
This record was particularly significant as it highlighted the integration of tribal communities into mainstream wellness initiatives. CM Naidu praised the students’ discipline and dedication, calling it a “symbol of India’s cultural unity and spiritual strength.”
The event also featured a QR code-based tracking system to ensure accurate attendance and participation data, setting a new standard for digital integration in mass public events.
A Movement, Not a Moment: Andhra Pradesh’s Yoga Vision
Beyond the numbers and accolades, the Yoga Day celebrations in Andhra Pradesh reflected a deep-rooted commitment to holistic health. CM Naidu announced that 2.45 crore people across the state had registered to participate in yoga activities, far exceeding the initial target of 2 crore. Of these, 1.8 crore individuals are eligible to receive participation certificates for engaging in yoga over one to three days.
The state government plans to publish a coffee table book documenting the event and issue a Visakhapatnam Declaration to promote yoga as a tool for sustainable living. Naidu emphasized that the success of the event was the result of a decade-long effort by Prime Minister Modi to globalize yoga and embed it into India’s public health framework.
PM Modi, addressing the crowd, remarked, “In a world torn by tension and unrest, yoga is the pause button humanity needs to breathe, to balance, to become whole again.” His words echoed the global theme of the year: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.”
Conclusion:
The record-breaking celebrations in Visakhapatnam were more than a spectacle, they were a testament to India’s leadership in global wellness. With 23 global records, millions of participants, and a vision rooted in unity and health, Andhra Pradesh has set a gold standard for future International Yoga Day events. As the sun set over the Bay of Bengal, it left behind not just a memory, but a movement.
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