Gurugram, June 21, 2025 – Medanta – The Medicity, one of India’s leading multi-specialty hospital and ranked as the country’s Best Private Hospital by Newsweek for six consecutive years, spearheaded the celebrations of the 11th International Yoga Day. In collaboration with the Art of Living Foundation, Medanta hosted two large-scale events at the hospital — on the lawns and in the auditorium — which saw nearly 200 participants, including Dr. Kartikeya Bhargava, Senior Director, Electrophysiology, Cardiac Care, Medanta, who emphasized the importance of integrating yoga into daily life for better heart health and overall well-being.
Further, amplifying the message of holistic health, Medanta extended the celebrations to local communities by helping to organize special yoga sessions in collaboration with RWAs in Gurugram and Noida, as well as at New Delhi’s Defence Colony Club.
Together, the events engaged more than 1,000 individuals across Delhi-NCR, underscoring Medanta’s commitment to preventive healthcare and community well-being in line with this year’s theme — Yoga for One Earth, One Health.
Highlighting the importance of Yoga in everyday life, Dr. Naresh Trehan, Chairman and Managing Director of Medanta, stated, “Yoga is one of the most powerful tools we have for preventive healthcare. It strengthens the body, calms the mind, and enhances immunity — all of which are essential for a healthy life in today’s fast-paced world. Practices like Pranayama and Anulom Vilom help improve lung capacity, regulate blood pressure, and manage stress — a key contributor to many chronic illnesses. Regular yoga practice strengthens the body, boosts immunity, and supports heart health. At Medanta, we believe that true healthcare begins long before disease strikes, and yoga plays a vital role in empowering individuals to take charge of their health. This vision strongly resonates with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s initiative to celebrate International Yoga Day — not just as an annual event, but as a global movement to promote holistic well-being. We must embrace yoga not just as a one-day celebration, but as a way of life — for a healthier, stronger, and more resilient society.”
Dr. Kartikeya Bhargava, Senior Director, Electrophysiology, Cardiac Care, Medanta said, “We witnessed enthusiastic participation at Medanta this Yoga Day, and it was heartening to see people from all walks of life embrace this powerful practice. While yoga’s roots go back over 2,000 years, its relevance in modern medicine continues to grow. Yoga has been shown to improve cardiovascular function, help regulate blood pressure, and enhance autonomic balance, which is crucial for heart health. Beyond that, it plays a significant role in reducing stress, anxiety, and chronic pain, while also improving flexibility, sleep quality, and emotional well-being. For patients with chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or arthritis, yoga offers a safe and effective complementary therapy. Integrating it into our daily lives can truly empower individuals to take proactive steps toward holistic, long-term health.”
Medanta remains at the forefront of driving awareness, promoting preventive care, and advancing evidence-based integration of yoga into modern medical practice — reaffirming its commitment to building a healthier, more conscious society.