Ministry of Tourism Celebrates 12th International Day of Yoga Across the Country

The Ministry of Tourism marked the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 with nationwide celebrations reaffirming its commitment to promoting wellness, holistic health and mindful living across the tourism and hospitality ecosystem.

National Observance
- The Ministry of Tourism marked IDY 2026 with nationwide programmes reaffirming its commitment to wellness and mindful living across tourism and hospitality.
- Union Minister for Tourism & Culture Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat joined a yoga session at Shantikshetra Ashram, Karjat (Maharashtra), emphasizing yoga’s role in personal well-being and nation-building.

Flagship Event in Delhi
- A special programme was held at The Ashok, New Delhi, organized with ITDC and SCOPE.
- Over 150 representatives from 10+ CPSEs participated.
- The session was conducted by instructors from the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY).

Theme: “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”
- Focused on physical vitality, mental well-being, emotional resilience, and longevity.
- Reinforced yoga as a timeless gift of India promoting harmony of mind, body, and spirit.

Leadership Voices
- Shri Bhuvnesh Kumar (Secretary, Tourism): Yoga supports healthier, more fulfilling lives; public sector participation inspires communities.
- Ms. Mugdha Sinha (MD, ITDC): Highlighted the “whole-of-CPSE approach” for the second year, uniting enterprises in collective wellness.

Educational Outreach
- Institutes of Hotel Management (IHMs) across India organized yoga sessions and awareness programmes.
- Students, faculty, and staff engaged enthusiastically, embedding wellness into hospitality education and professional life.

Key Takeaway
This year’s observance positioned yoga not just as a health practice but as a pillar of India’s tourism identity, linking wellness with cultural heritage and hospitality.