**Executive Summary**
Yoga Mahotsav 2026, organized by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), will take place on May 02, 2026, at Kanha Shanti Vanam, Telangana. The event marks the 50-day countdown to the 12th International Day of Yoga and aims to set a record in the Asia Book of Records for the largest mass demonstration of Bhujangasana. Key actions include the promotion of the "Yoga 365" initiative to encourage daily practice across the country.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Details and Significance**
* The event is scheduled for May 02, 2026, starting at 6:00 a.m. in the Ranga Reddy district of Telangana.
* It serves as the official 50-day countdown to the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY 2026).
* The program focuses on practicing the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) to deepen public engagement and outreach.
* **Record-Breaking Attempt**
* Participants will perform a synchronized mass demonstration of Bhujangasana.
* The objective is to establish a historic record for the maximum number of people practicing this specific yoga posture in the Asia Book of Records.
* **National and International Participation**
* The event features high-level attendance from Union Ministers, Ministry of Ayush officials, and the President of Heartfulness.
* International engagement includes honorary consuls and trade commissioners from countries such as Kazakhstan, Lesotho, Bulgaria, Cuba, and Namibia.
* Global participation is facilitated through virtual links with Heartfulness Institute centers in Singapore, China, Brazil, and a refugee camp in Uganda.
* **Health and Wellness Initiatives**
* The Ministry of Ayush, in collaboration with Habuild, has launched "Yoga 365" to motivate citizens to integrate yoga into their daily routines.
* "Ayush Aahara" (nutritional supplements/food) will be distributed to participants during the program.
* The event reinforces the government's vision of using yoga as a tool for preventive healthcare and mental well-being.
**Impact Analysis**
**Ministry of Ayush and MDNIY**
**Impact**
They are the lead organizers responsible for executing the national countdown and promoting India's wellness traditions on a global stage.
**Action Required**
Coordinate the logistical requirements for the mass demonstration and ensure the successful launch and monitoring of the "Yoga 365" initiative.
**Yoga Enthusiasts and Citizens**
**Impact**
They are the primary beneficiaries of the health initiatives and are encouraged to transition from occasional practice to daily engagement.
**Action Required**
Participate in the synchronised Bhujangasana record attempt and adopt the "Yoga 365" daily practice protocol.
**International Dignitaries and Consulates**
**Impact**
Their involvement signifies the strengthening of diplomatic ties through cultural and wellness exchange.
**Action Required**
Attend the event in person or virtually to represent their respective nations and support the global outreach of the International Day of Yoga.
**Heartfulness Institute**
**Impact**
As the host venue (Kanha Shanti Vanam), the institute plays a critical role in facilitating large-scale synchronized participation both locally and globally.
**Action Required**
Provide the necessary infrastructure for the event and manage the virtual participation of their international centers.
Key Entities Referenced
International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026: A global health and wellness observance for which the 50-day countdown event is being organized to deepen public outreach.
Yoga Mahotsav 2026: The primary countdown event featuring mass demonstrations and a historic record attempt for the Asia Book of Records.
Ministry of Ayush: The central government ministry overseeing the event and launching national wellness initiatives like 'Yoga 365'.
Yoga 365: A daily practice initiative launched by the Ministry of Ayush in collaboration with Habuild to encourage consistent yoga adoption among citizens.
Kanha Shanti Vanam, Telangana: The central venue hosting the 50-day countdown celebration and the mass demonstration of Bhujangasana.
AYUSH
50 Days to International Day of Yoga 2026:
Telangana Prepares to Celebrate Yoga Mahotsav
Tomorrow
Set to Make a Historic Record Attempt for Asia Book of
Records for the Maximum Number of People Practising
Bhujangasana
Posted On: 01 MAY 2026 4:44PM by PIB Delhi
Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), under the Ministry of Ayush, will organise Yoga
Mahotsav 2026, marking the 50-day countdown to 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY 2026) on May 02,
2026, at Kanha Shanti Vanam, Ranga Reddy district, Telangana. The tranquil premises of Kanha Shanti
Vanam, home to the globally renowned Heartfulness Meditation Centre near Hyderabad, is all set to host
this grand celebration.
The programme will begin at 6:00 a.m. and is expected to witness large-scale participation from Yoga
enthusiasts practicing Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) from across the country.
A major highlight of the event will be a mass demonstration of Bhujangasana, with participants coming
together in a synchronised practice aiming to set a historic record in the Asia Book of Records.
The event will be graced by Hon’ble Union Cabinet Minister, Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, and
Hon’ble Union Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush and Minister of State for Health
and Family Welfare, Shri Prataprao Jadhav along with Kamlesh D Patel (Daaji), President, Heartfulness.
Highlighting the significance of the Yoga Mahotsav, Shri Prataprao Jadhav stated:
“I urge everyone to transform the upcoming 50-day journey into a powerful collective resolve. Yoga
should not be confined to a single day; rather, it must be embraced in every moment of our daily lives and
in every breath we take. In this spirit, the Ministry of Ayush has launched Yoga 365, in collaboration with
Habuild, to encourage citizens to make Yoga a daily practice. Let us all come together and take positive
steps towards building a healthy body, a calm mind, and a strong and prosperous India.”
Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, and Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Ms.
Monalisa Dash, along with Senior officials from Ayush, Yoga Gurus, experts from Ayush systems and
modern medicine, and Yoga practitioners from across the country, will also be present.
Dignitaries from various embassies and international organisations will also participate in the 50-day
countdown event, reflecting the growing global engagement with Yoga and India’s wellness traditions.
These include Nawab Mir Nasir Ali Khan, Honorary Consul of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Hyderabad;
Surat Singh Malhotra, Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Lesotho; Kiran Kumar, Honorary Consul ofBulgaria; Dr Murthy Devarabhotla, Trade Commissioner for Cuba; Dr Tasneem Shariff, Trade
Commissioner for Namibia; Gareth Wynn, British Deputy High Commissioner in Hyderabad; Vikram Jain
from the Canada Trade Office; and Ramakrishna, representing the Australian Visa Application Centre.
This programme will witness wide international participation, with Consulate Generals and
representatives of the Heartfulness Institute joining virtually from across the globe—including Singapore,
China, Vietnam, Colombia, Malaysia, Brazil, and even the Uganda refugee camp—along with participants
from centres across India. Ayush Aahara will also be distributed during the programme.
Observed annually as a key phase ahead of IDY, the countdown period serves to deepen outreach and
strengthen public engagement through a series of programmes, mass demonstrations, and awareness
initiatives across the country.
With the 50-day countdown set to begin, Yoga Mahotsav 2026 is expected to further energise preparations
and reinforce the message of Yoga as a powerful tool for preventive healthcare, mental well-being, and
holistic living, in line with the Government’s vision of a healthier and more resilient India.
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