Chandigarh, May 29
Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini on Friday chaired a high-level meeting to review preparations for International Yoga Day-2026 and directed officers to ensure that this year’s celebrations are organised across the state on a grand scale with extensive public participation. The theme for this year’s International Yoga Day is “Yoga for Healthy Ageing.” Cabinet Minister, Arti Rao also remained present during the meeting.
The Chief Minister said that the state-level main event will be organised in Panchkula, while special yoga programmes will also be conducted at the district, sub-division and gram panchayat levels to ensure yoga reaches every section of society.
Saini said that the Government of India has designated “Yoga for Healthy Ageing” as this year’s theme, and accordingly, yoga camps, awareness drives and special outreach programmes will be organised throughout Haryana. He said these initiatives will especially encourage senior citizens to adopt yoga and lead healthier lifestyles.
The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, yoga has received unprecedented global recognition and respect. Today, countries across the world are embracing India’s ancient tradition and holistic way of life. He said that the Haryana Government is committed to connecting the younger generation with India’s cultural values and traditions while working towards the vision of a Healthy India and a Healthy Haryana.
Directing officers concerned to ensure that Yoga Day celebrations go beyond mere formalities, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the campaign should be transformed into a mass movement. He directed that schools, colleges, panchayats, social organisations and voluntary groups should actively participate so that maximum people can be connected with yoga.
Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare Department, Dr. Sumita Misra informed that extensive arrangements are being made for the successful organisation of International Yoga Day. She presented a detailed roadmap for the state-wide celebrations.
Chairman, Haryana Yog Aayog, Jaideep Arya, said that active participation from all sections of society is essential for the success of Yoga Day celebrations. He informed that schools, colleges, universities, panchayats, municipalities, municipal councils, and social and religious organisations have been connected with the campaign. Awareness rallies will also be organised across the state. He further informed that the final rehearsal for Yoga Day will be held on June 19. Yoga Jagran Yatras will be organised from June 8 to June 10, while a Yoga Marathon will be conducted on June 15. From June 16 to June 18, special training camps will be organised to provide yoga protocol training to participants. Senior administrative officers from various departments and other dignitaries also remained present in the meeting.
