Jaipur, June 19, 2026: As part of the nationwide 100-day countdown campaign leading up to International Day of Yoga 2026, the National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur, under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, has successfully organized more than 30 yoga, health, and public awareness programs across the country. The initiative aligns with this year’s theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing.”
To mark the upcoming International Day of Yoga, NIA Jaipur organized a vibrant Zumba and Yoga Rally on Friday, spreading the message of healthy living, disease prevention, and holistic wellness among the public. The rally commenced from the NIA campus and proceeded to Badi Chaupar before concluding back at the institute. The event was led by NIA Vice-Chancellor Prof. Sanjeev Sharma and witnessed enthusiastic participation from doctors, faculty members, officials, staff, and students.
Addressing a press conference after the rally, Prof. Sharma emphasized that yoga is not merely a form of physical exercise but a scientific approach to leading a healthy, balanced, and positive life. He highlighted that during the 100-day campaign, NIA Jaipur conducted specialized programs on yoga, stress management, holistic health, and well-being for personnel of the Indian Army, Indian Air Force, Indian Navy, BSF, CRPF, CISF, Rajasthan Police, Railways, universities, and various government institutions.
Prof. Sharma further stated that the institute regularly conducts free yoga classes for the public and patients, where trained experts provide customized yoga practices based on individual health conditions and medical needs. These initiatives have significantly increased awareness about yoga and helped many people improve their overall health and well-being.
He reiterated NIA’s commitment to promoting yoga and Ayurveda as effective tools for healthy ageing, preventive healthcare, and holistic wellness. According to him, the institution aims to contribute to the vision of a healthier and disease-free India by taking the message of “Yoga for Healthy Ageing” to every section of society.
State-Level Yoga Event at Jantar Mantar
Head of the Department of Swasthavritta and Yoga, Prof. Durgavati Devi, informed that the main state-level International Yoga Day celebration will be held on June 21, 2026, at Jaipur’s iconic Jantar Mantar. The event will feature a mass Common Yoga Protocol session with participation from doctors, faculty members, researchers, students, staff, and a large number of citizens.
She also announced that a special NIA team will conduct an exclusive yoga session at the Air Force Station, Jaipur, for Air Force personnel and their families on the same day.
International Participation to be the Major Attraction
One of the key highlights of the event will be the participation of 74 international students from 18 countries studying at NIA Jaipur. Students from Nepal, Thailand, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Brazil, Syria, Iran, Zambia, Ghana, France, Togo, Nigeria, Tanzania, Kenya, Malawi, Uganda, the United States, Suriname, and Sri Lanka will take part in the celebrations.
Their presence will showcase the growing global acceptance of Yoga and Ayurveda and reinforce the spirit of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (The World is One Family). From the historic Jantar Mantar, these international students will spread a global message of health, harmony, and holistic well-being, demonstrating that yoga and Ayurveda are universal pathways to wellness, longevity, and healthy ageing.
The event is expected to transform Jaipur into a global platform for promoting India’s ancient wisdom of yoga and Ayurveda while strengthening the vision of a healthier world.