Mass Yoga Session and Plantation Drive Mark Celebrations
The Ministry of Jal Shakti organized a Yoga Day programme at District Park, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, on June 21, 2026, as part of the nationwide 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations. The event underscored the ministry's commitment to wellness, environmental stewardship, and sustainable living.
The programme was graced by VL Kantha Rao, Secretary of the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation, and Ashok KK Meena, Secretary of the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, both from the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Their presence highlighted the government's focus on integrating yoga with environmental conservation.
Participants from Diverse Backgrounds Join the Session
The celebration saw enthusiastic participation from officials of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), allied departments, representatives of non-governmental organizations, volunteers associated with weekly Yamuna cleaning drives, members of the Yamuna Task Force, school children, youth groups, and stakeholders actively engaged in environmental conservation and river rejuvenation efforts.
A large-scale mass yoga session formed the central feature of the event, emphasizing the significance of yoga in achieving physical fitness, mental wellness, and inner balance. Participants from diverse backgrounds joined together to promote a shared vision of healthy living and collective well-being.
Plantation Drive Under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' Campaign
As part of the celebrations, a plantation drive was also undertaken under the nationwide campaign 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam', reinforcing the message of nurturing nature and restoring ecological balance. The initiative highlighted the close connection between individual well-being and the health of natural ecosystems.
The event reflected the Government of India's continuous efforts to encourage yoga as a way of life and further the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose initiatives have played a transformative role in making yoga a global movement promoting health, well-being, and harmony with nature.
