As the world celebrates International Yoga Day, WION, India’s first and only international news channel, presented an engaging episodic series. Titled “Yoga: Celebrating India’s Gift to Mankind”‘. In this special series of episodes on bringing harmony between the mind and body, we have explored the science of healthy living and promoted specific lifestyle interventions and natural therapies. Throughout the episodes, we have celebrated the gifts of Yoga and Ayurveda that India has given to the world and continues to inspire the world.
WION has embarked on a journey to connect the world through two of India’s emerging soft powers: Yoga and Ayurveda. This visionary initiative has highlighted India’s deep cultural heritage and showcased the transformative power of Yoga and Ayurveda on a global scale. Since its premiere, the episodic series has captivated audiences around the world, highlighting the convergence of ancient wisdom and modern science to promote holistic wellness. Each episode engages a wide audience with the core principles of Yoga and Ayurveda, deeply influencing the physical vitality, mental clarity and how the modern world is incorporating these gifts into our lifestyles.
The impactful series has also been acclaimed for its insightful episodes covering a range of topics including the rise of yoga as a global phenomenon, the adaptation of Ayurveda in modern healthcare, and India’s burgeoning wellness tourism industry, especially in destinations such as Rishikesh and Kerala. Highlights also include exclusive visits to renowned yoga academies, interviews with respected Ayurvedic practitioners, and discussions on the integration of technological advancements and traditional practices. Continuing its commitment to inform and empower, WION premiered the insightful episode on the 21st.st We will be celebrating International Yoga Day in June at 7:30pm.
Highlighting the impact of episodic series, Mona Jain, Chief Revenue Officer, Zee Media Corporation Limited said, “We are delighted to be able to offer such a series in a timely manner. “At WION, we recognise the intrinsic value that Yoga and Ayurveda have in cultivating a harmonious balance between mind, body and spirit. ‘Celebrating Yoga: India’s Gift to Mankind’ served as a platform to showcase India’s cultural treasures and their universal appeal. The initiative transcended cultural boundaries and promoted a global dialogue on holistic living. Through this series, we reinvigorated dialogue on health and resilience and encouraged viewers to explore the transformative potential of these ancient disciplines in today’s fast-paced world.”
Series showrunner Johan Kastel,Further emphasis, “‘Yoga: Celebrating India’s Gift to Humanity’ aimed to build bridges and foster inclusivity through compelling storytelling and educational content. The series invited audiences from diverse backgrounds to join the global conversation on health and promote shared values of wellness, harmony and cultural exchange.”
WION’s “Yoga: Celebrating India’s Gift to Mankind” It provided deep insight into the transformative potential of Yoga and Ayurveda and reaffirmed their vital role in improving the quality of life around the world.
-Based on press release
