India, June 24 -- The 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 was marked in New Delhi with a strong show of collaboration between India Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) and the Standing Conference of Public Enterprises (SCOPE).
Theme:
"Yoga for Healthy Ageing" - emphasizing yoga's role in physical fitness, mental well-being, emotional resilience, and longevity.
Participation:
Over 150+ representatives from 10+ CPSEs, including leaders from Railtel, Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited, National Seeds Corporation, MMTC Ltd., and more.
Expert Guidance:
Sessions were led by instructors from the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY).
Leadership Voices:
- Bhuvnesh Kumar, IAS (Secretary, Ministry of Tourism): Yoga as India's timeless gift to the world, promoting harmony of mind, body, and spirit.
- Atul Sobti (SCOPE): Employee well-being is fundamental to organizational excellence.
- Mugdha Sinha, IAS (MD, ITDC): Highlighted the "Whole-of-CPSE" approach, uniting public sector enterprises in collective wellness.
Why it matters:
- Reinforces the Government of India's focus on preventive healthcare and wellness.
- Strengthens the culture of healthier, more productive workplaces across CPSEs.
- Positions yoga as a tool for resilience and healthy ageing, aligning with India's global leadership in wellness.
This observance reflects how public sector organizations are embracing yoga not just as a cultural tradition, but as a strategic investment in employee well-being and organizational performance.
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Travel Media.