India Celebrates 12th International Day Of Yoga With Focus On Healthy Ageing

The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare recently marked the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on June 21, 2026. National celebrations were spearheaded by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in Kolkata, highlighting the government's ongoing commitment to integrating traditional wellness practices into the modern public health framework. The event saw widespread participation across the country.

The theme for this year, "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," underscores the role of yoga in promoting holistic health and preventive care for the elderly population. With sessions organized across more than 1.87 lakh Ayushman Arogya Mandirs, the initiative aims to make yoga accessible as a daily practice to improve mobility, mental well-being, and overall quality of life for senior citizens.

This celebration is part of a broader strategy to promote preventive healthcare alongside flagship programs like the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) and the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). By emphasizing yoga, the government seeks to reduce the long-term burden on the healthcare system by encouraging citizens to adopt healthier lifestyles, thereby fostering a more resilient and wellness-oriented society.