UAE Residents Unite for International Yoga Day

Abu Dhabi/Dubai/Sharjah – June 21, 2025:
Venues across the United Arab Emirates transformed into vibrant wellness arenas on Saturday as thousands of residents came together to celebrate International Yoga Day 2025. From Dubai to Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, the day witnessed massive public participation, as people embraced the ancient Indian practice that enhances physical health, emotional balance, and inner peace.

In Abu Dhabi, the celebration began at 10 AM at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), with yoga mats covering the floor and serene music setting the tone. Expert instructors guided the crowd through a sequence of yoga postures and breathing techniques. The event was attended by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE’s Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Sania Mirza, former Indian tennis star, and Sanjay Sudhir, Indian Ambassador to the UAE.

In a special segment, Ambassador Sudhir honoured a young achiever, Zayne, recognizing his inspirational story and contributions. “We are celebrating Zayne’s achievement and yoga together. Yoga teaches us focus, balance, and discipline. His story inspires all of us,” said the ambassador.

Creative Contribution by Value Media Middle East

Adding a powerful media dimension to the celebrations, Value Media Middle East UAE, under the leadership of Managing Editor Subashchandrabose Rajavelan, produced a compelling yoga awareness creative video. The video creatively captured the essence of yoga as a way of life—portraying how yoga brings harmony to the body, mind, and spirit.

The campaign was widely shared on social media platforms, receiving praise for its artistic direction and strong message promoting unity, wellness, and inner resilience. Subashchandrabose Rajavelan stated,

> “Yoga is not just a physical activity—it’s a philosophy of balance, strength, and peace. Our video aims to visually express how yoga can be integrated into daily life for everyone, regardless of age or background.”

Doctors Lead by Example

Medical doctors of the DNS Al Emarat (Doctors in sarees group of UAE) from across the emirates also took an active role in promoting yoga clad in their national attire of sarees. In Dubai, Dr Sowjanya Muthyala, Dr Shamna Kuloth, Dr Ira Shrivastava, Dr Nishi Singh, Dr Nazneen Shaheena, Dr Jhansi Priya, Dr Sahithi, Dr Shilpa, and Dr Ramyasree led public yoga demonstrations.

In Abu Dhabi, doctors such as Dr Anupama Madhavan Pillai, Dr Garima Chawla, Dr Priyadarshini Lingaraj, Dr Sravanthi Battala, and Dr Mini Ravi joined the campaign, alongside their peers in Al Ain and Dubai.

Their unified participation emphasized the preventive and therapeutic value of yoga, especially in managing stress, improving posture, and enhancing holistic wellness.

Women Doctors in UAE performed Asanas in Sarees to portray Indian culture and emphase on benefits of Yoga .

Team :

Dr.Sowjanya and Value Media Middle East Highlights Yoga’s Message.

Dr Punam Bijlani and team
Dr Anupama Madhavan Pillai and team
Dr Anjali Kadamse and team.

Participants

Dubai
Dr Sowjanya Muthyala
Dr Shamna Kuloth
Dr Ira Shrivastava
Dr Nishi Singh
Dr Nazneen Shaheena
Dr Jhansi Priya
Dr Sahithi
Dr Shilpa
Dr Ramyasree

Dubai
Dr Punam Bijlani
Dr Monika Kaushal
Dr Aruna Varma
Dr Vrishali Rohankar

Abudhabi
Dr Anupama Madhavan Pillai
Dr Garima Chawla
Dr Priyadarshini Lingaraj
Dr Sravanthi Battala
Dr Mini Ravi

Al ain
Dr Anjali Kadasne
Dr Ratna Chandrika
Dr Suvarna Dhake
Dr Shabeena Khan
Dr Neha Sood
Dr Renuka Sharma

Dubai
Dr Madhavi Telang
Dr Parul Dubey
Dr Usharani Thimmappa
Dr Shital Vaidya
Dr Rajani Sasikumar
Dr Shahbano

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