Bengaluru, June 21 -- As part of the 12th International Yoga Day-2026 celebrations, over 4,000 inmates participated in a mass yoga session at the Central Prison, Parappana Agrahara the Office of the Superintendent and Chief Superintendent said in a press release.

Alok Kumar, IPS, Director General of Police, Prisons and Correctional Services, Bengaluru, took part in the programme and spoke on the significance of yoga. He said yoga plays a vital role in promoting physical health, mental strength, self-confidence, and a disciplined lifestyle.

The event was attended by the Inspector General of Prisons, Deputy Inspector General of Prisons, Superintendents and Chief Superintendents of Central Prison Bengaluru, other senior officers, and priso...