The event brought together representatives from the Ministry of Tourism, Department of Public Enterprises, Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), and other stakeholders in a collective celebration of wellness and healthy living. The yoga session was conducted by expert instructors from the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) and witnessed participation from over 150+ representatives from 10+ CPSEs.

This year’s theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” underscores the role of yoga in promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, emotional resilience, and healthy longevity across all stages of life.

The programme witnessed the participation of Chairpersons, Managing Directors, Functional Directors, and senior executives from leading CPSEs, including Railtel, Hindustan Urvarak & Rasayan Limited, National Seeds Corporation Limited, MMTC Ltd. and others, reflecting the public sector’s shared commitment to fostering a culture of health and wellness in the workplace.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Bhuvnesh Kumar, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, said “Yoga is India’s timeless gift to the world, promoting harmony between mind, body and spirit. The theme ‘Yoga for Healthy Ageing’ reinforces the importance of adopting wellness practices that support healthier and more fulfilling lives. It is encouraging to see public sector organisations come together in embracing this movement and inspiring healthier communities.”

Mr. Atul Sobti, SCOPE, said “International Day of Yoga serves as a reminder that employee well-being is fundamental to organisational excellence. The enthusiastic participation of CPSEs reflects a collective commitment towards creating healthier, more balanced and productive workplaces.”

Ms. Mugdha Sinha, IAS, Managing Director, ITDC, said “This year marks the second consecutive year of the Whole-of-CPSE approach, bringing together public sector enterprises in a collective commitment to health and well-being. Yoga is a powerful tool for holistic wellness and healthy ageing. Through this observance, we reaffirm our dedication to fostering wellness, resilience, and healthier lifestyles among employees and stakeholders. We are encouraged by the enthusiastic participation of CPSEs in this nationwide movement.”

The celebration formed part of the Government of India’s continued efforts to promote wellness, preventive healthcare, and healthy living through collective participation in yoga and other well-being initiatives. The event also reinforced the shared commitment of public sector organisations towards building healthier and more productive workplaces.

The celebrations were marked by a collective yoga session at the Main Works Unit, where employees came together to observe this year’s theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”. The programme was held in the august presence of Cmde PR Hari, IN (Retd.), Chairman & Managing Director, Cdr Shantanu Bose, IN (Retd.), Director (Shipbuilding), Capt (IN) P Sunilkumar (Retd.), Director (Corporate Planning & Personnel), Shri Niranjan Bhalerao, Director (Finance), Shri Abhishek Ranjan, IOFS, Chief Vigilance Officer and other senior officials of GRSE.

On the occasion, winners of the Yoga Competition organised for employees were felicitated for their enthusiastic participation and dedication to promoting fitness and well-being. The competition saw active participation from employees across departments, underscoring GRSE’s continued commitment to fostering a culture of health, wellness, and holistic development in the workplace.

In the lead-up to the celebrations, GRSE undertook several awareness initiatives to encourage participation among employees and stakeholders. The celebrations were also marked at the company’s DEP Unit in Ranchi, where employees joined in observing the occasion, underscoring GRSE’s organisation-wide commitment to fostering a culture of health and wellness. Special displays and informational banners highlighting the significance of yoga were put up across GRSE units, while awareness messages were disseminated through internal communication channels. The Company’s social media platforms also highlighted the significance of yoga and this year’s theme.

GRSE also actively promoted the Ministry of Ayush’s Yoga 365 campaign and encouraged participation in the nationwide Guinness World Record attempt for the Largest Yoga Session, supporting the national movement towards wellness, unity and healthy living. Information regarding these initiatives was shared with employees and other stakeholders through email communications and social media outreach.

Through these initiatives, GRSE continues to encourage its workforce to embrace yoga as a way of life, fostering resilience, harmony and enhanced well-being while contributing to a healthier and more productive workplace.

The initiative aimed to highlight the role of yoga in supporting healthy ageing by promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, flexibility, and overall quality of life. The session witnessed enthusiastic participation from community members and wellness enthusiasts, who came together to embrace the benefits of a healthy and mindful lifestyle.

Through such wellness-focused initiatives, Korum Mall continues to foster meaningful community engagement and promote holistic well-being.

The organization emphasized that true progress involves nurturing a healthier, happier workforce alongside professional achievements. By promoting the timeless practice of yoga, GAIL continues to foster a strong culture of wellness, harmony, and sustainable living. The event concluded with a collective call to action, encouraging employees to permanently embrace yoga as a way of life to ensure healthier ageing and a brighter, more balanced future.

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India

Deepak Gupta

Ayush Gupta, HFIMA

Rajeev Kumar Singhal

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Highlighting yoga’s growing global appeal since the United Nations adopted India’s proposal for an International Day of Yoga in 2014, Jadhav said more than 210 Indian missions abroad, in partnership with the ICCR, will organise yoga events at nearly 2,500 locations worldwide. The celebrations will include programmes at 100 iconic sites across India, the ongoing “Gangotri to Gangasagar: Ganga Tat Yoga Yatra,” and special events in Kolkata ahead of June 21. The minister also noted that a nationwide live yoga session held on June 14 attracted over four lakh participants simultaneously, creating a new Guinness World Record and reflecting the increasing popularity of yoga across the country and the world.