The world record for the ‘largest number of people performing Vrikshasana (Tree Pose)‘ has been achieved by the ABYM. 1,898 participants performed (offline & online) for two minutes (00:02:00) on the occasion of Earth Day and promote the powerful message: “Save Tree – Save Earth.” This program was organized by Akhil Bhartiya Yoga Mahasngh, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India on 18, 19 June 2022. To create a new yoga world record in the longest – mass yoga world record category.
Participants from across the country joined hands—virtually and physically—to hold the Vrikshasana pose for two full minutes (00:02:00), showcasing strength, balance, and unity. Vrikshasana, also known as the Tree Pose, symbolizes rootedness, growth, and harmony with nature. Its relevance to Earth Day is especially significant, representing a living connection between the human spirit and the natural world.
This event was not just a yoga performance—it was a call to action; it was a historic movement dedicated to celebrating Earth Day and spreading the vital message: “Save Tree – Save Earth.” Participants from various states and regions, including schoolchildren, yoga practitioners, and environmental enthusiasts, joined hands to promote environmental consciousness through the medium of yoga.
Vrikshasana, or the Tree Pose, is a standing yoga posture that emphasizes balance, grounding, and focus. It is symbolic of a tree—rooted deep in the earth, yet reaching for the sky. Just as trees bring life, oxygen, and balance to the environment, this pose encourages individuals to stay centered and connected to nature.
The event aimed to raise awareness about deforestation, climate change, and the urgent need for conservation. Trees are vital for life—they clean the air, preserve biodiversity, and help maintain the Earth’s ecological balance. By choosing Vrikshasana, the organizers sent a strong message that individual wellness and planetary health are deeply intertwined.
The participation of nearly two thousand people standing still like trees was a powerful visual message to the world. It proved that collective action can inspire change, and that yoga is not only a physical discipline but also a path toward social and environmental transformation.
This record-setting event became a beacon of hope and unity, encouraging everyone to plant more trees, protect green spaces, and live in harmony with nature. It was a moment of pride for India and a reminder for the world:
To save the Earth, we must first stand tall like a tree—strong, rooted, and aware.
