**Executive Summary**
The Ministry of Ayush welcomed YOGOTSAV 2026, the 6th National Conclave of the Indian Yoga Association, held on May 29–30, 2026, at the Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute in Lonavala. Under the theme "Celebrating Diversity in Yoga," the event aimed to facilitate dialogue between traditional yoga lineages and contemporary institutions to shape the future of Yoga globally. The conclave focused on strengthening collaborations, preserving yogic authenticity, and promoting Yoga as a vital pillar of preventive healthcare.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Overview and Theme**
* The two-day national conclave brought together yoga acharyas, policymakers, researchers, educators, and youth representatives.
* The theme, “Celebrating Diversity in Yoga,” highlights India’s inclusive heritage where diverse schools and philosophies coexist for holistic well-being.
* The forum serves to strengthen collaboration among therapists, researchers, and institutions while preserving India’s ancient yogic foundations.
* **Strategic Objectives**
* To promote meaningful dialogue between traditional "paramparas" and modern yoga institutions.
* To establish Yoga as a critical component of preventive healthcare, sustainable living, and global health leadership.
* To enhance professional standards, education, and international collaborations within the yoga fraternity.
* **Technical and Experiential Highlights**
* A primary feature was the experiential segment, “Traditions in Practice – Demonstration by Living Lineages of Yoga.”
* Demonstrations included asana, pranayama, yoga nidra, therapeutic yoga, cyclic meditation, and Bharat Yog Gati.
* Sessions were led by renowned institutions such as Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram, Iyengar Yoga, S-VYASA University, and The Art of Living.
**Impact Analysis**
**Yoga Institutions and Acharyas**
**Impact**
They are provided with a high-profile platform to demonstrate their specific lineages and engage in mutual growth across different streams of Yoga.
**Action Required**
Participate in collaborative dialogues and demonstrations to ensure the preservation of authentic practices while engaging with contemporary methodologies.
**Researchers and Educators**
**Impact**
The event offers a forum for interdisciplinary networking and the opportunity to influence the future direction of Yoga education and professional standards.
**Action Required**
Focus on strengthening yoga research and educational frameworks to align with global health and wellness needs.
**Policymakers (Ministry of Ayush)**
**Impact**
The conclave reinforces the government's efforts to position India as a leader in global health and well-being through traditional knowledge systems.
**Action Required**
Continue to support and facilitate such national platforms to bridge the gap between traditional heritage and modern healthcare requirements.
Key Entities Referenced
YOGOTSAV 2026: The 6th National Conclave of the Indian Yoga Association aimed at deliberating on the future direction of Yoga in India and globally.
Indian Yoga Association (IYA): The primary organizing body of the national conclave representing diverse yoga traditions and institutions.
Ministry of Ayush: The Union Ministry responsible for the development and promotion of Yoga, supporting the conclave as a platform for preventive healthcare and professional standards.
Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute, Lonavala: One of the world's oldest yoga institutions and the central host location for the 2026 national conclave.
Shri Prataprao Jadhav: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ministry of Ayush, who emphasized Yoga's role in global harmony and collective well-being.
AYUSH
“Yoga is a Powerful Force for Harmony and
Collective Well-being”: Union Minister Shri
Prataprao Jadhav
Ministry of Ayush Welcomes YOGOTSAV 2026 Organised by
Indian Yoga Association at Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala
Posted On: 29 MAY 2026 6:42PM by PIB Delhi
The Ministry of Ayush has welcomed the organisation of YOGOTSAV 2026 — the 6th National Conclave
of the Indian Yoga Association (IYA) — being held at the Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute, Lonavala,
Maharashtra, on May 29 and 30, 2026.
Organised under the theme “Celebrating Diversity in Yoga”, the two-day national conclave seeks to bring
together yoga acharyas, policymakers, researchers, educators, wellness leaders, institutions, and youth
representatives from across the country to deliberate on the future direction of Yoga in India and globally.
Speaking on the importance of unity among diverse yoga traditions, Shri Prataprao Jadhav, Union
Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush and Minister of State for Health and Family
Welfare, Government of India, said: “Yoga is one of India’s greatest contributions to humanity. When
traditions come together with mutual respect, openness, and a shared purpose, yoga becomes not merely a
practice, but a powerful force for harmony, collective well-being, and human unity. It is heartening to see
yoga acharyas, institutions, researchers, youth leaders, and practitioners gathering at YOGOTSAV 2026 in
the spirit of dialogue and collaboration.”
The Ministry of Ayush views platforms such as YOGOTSAV as important forums for strengthening
collaboration among diverse yoga traditions, institutions, educators, therapists, and researchers while
preserving the authenticity and philosophical depth of India’s yogic heritage.
Hosted at the globally renowned Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute, one of the world’s oldest and most
respected yoga institutions, the conclave aims to promote meaningful dialogue between traditional
paramparas and contemporary institutions engaged in the field of Yoga.
The theme “Celebrating Diversity in Yoga” reflects India’s inclusive yogic heritage, where multiple
schools, philosophies, and practices coexist while remaining united in the shared pursuit of harmony, self-
awareness, and holistic well-being. Through this initiative, the Indian Yoga Association seeks to encourage
dialogue, mutual respect, and collective growth across the many streams of Yoga flourishing in India and
abroad.
A major highlight of YOGOTSAV 2026 is the experiential segment titled “Traditions in Practice –
Demonstration by Living Lineages of Yoga”, featuring presentations on asana, pranayama, meditation,
chanting, cyclic meditation, yoga nidra, therapeutic yoga, Bharat Yog Gati, and mindfulness practices by
leading yoga institutions and masters from across the country.The sessions are being conducted by renowned institutions and traditions including Krishnamacharya
Yoga Mandiram, Iyengar Yoga, S-VYASA University, The Yoga Institute, ICYER, Kaivalyadhama,
Bharatiya Yog Sansthan, Mokshayatan Yog Sansthan, Preksha International, Art of Living, and others.
The Ministry of Ayush observed that YOGOTSAV 2026 reflects the growing global relevance of Yoga as
an important pillar of preventive healthcare, holistic wellness, and sustainable living. The Ministry
continues to work towards strengthening Yoga education, research, professional standards, and
international collaborations while preserving the authenticity and philosophical foundations of India’s
ancient yogic traditions.
Ms Monalisa Dash, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, along with eminent leaders of the yoga fraternity
including Shri O.P. Tiwari, Chairman, Kaivalyadhama Yoga Institute; Guruji Dr H.R. Nagendra,
Chancellor, S-VYASA University; Maa Dr Hansaji Yogendra, President, Indian Yoga Association; and
Shri Subodh Tiwari, Secretary General, Indian Yoga Association and CEO, Kaivalyadhama, were also
present on the occasion.
With participation from yoga educators, therapists, researchers, institutions, policymakers, and
practitioners from India and abroad, YOGOTSAV 2026 is expected to emerge as a significant national
platform for dialogue and collaboration, further strengthening India’s leadership in promoting Yoga for
global health and well-being.***
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