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New Delhi: Today, Yoga is not only the identity of India but has also become a routine of healthy lifestyle in the whole world. Crores of people have now made this thousands of years old Indian tradition a part of their daily life. From physical fitness to mental peace and emotional balance, the benefits of yoga are being adopted across the world. Every year this heritage is celebrated as International Yoga Day on 21st June, which is no less than a celebration. But what is the theme of Yoga Day this year and where will it be celebrated, let us know.

What is the theme this time?

This time India is going to celebrate the 12th International Yoga Day and its theme has been kept as ‘Yoga for healthy old age’. The aim of this topic is to make people understand that yoga is beneficial not only for the youth but for people of all ages. Especially in old age, it helps in making the body strong, mind calm and life more balanced.

where will the event take place

Let us tell you, its main national program will be organized at Brigade Ground in Kolkata, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi will do yoga with the countrymen at 6 in the morning, after which various programs of Yoga Day will start across the country. Due to this, from 7 am to 7:45 am, lakhs of people will practice yoga together under the common yoga protocol.

From Red Fort to Har Ki Pauri

Special preparations have also been made to connect the historical and cultural heritage of the country on the occasion of Yoga Day. Due to this, special yoga sessions will be organized at prestigious places like Red Fort in Delhi, Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar, Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, Gateway of India in Mumbai and Nalanda Mahavihar in Bihar. Through these events, efforts are being made to bring India’s cultural heritage and ancient health traditions on one platform. In Rishikesh, special events will be organized keeping women empowerment at the center, while in Mysuru, emphasis will be laid on traditional yoga methods.

Why is yoga important

Let us tell you, in today’s busy life, yoga has emerged as the easiest way to reduce stress and adopt a better lifestyle. In such a situation, Yoga Day 2026 will not just be a program but will inspire people to stay healthy.