The Rhythm of Yoga: Tricity Bends It Like One

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The Tricity came alive with the spirit of wellness and unity as thousands gathered to mark the 11th
International Day of Yoga
with immense enthusiasm and participation. This year's theme, 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health', resonated deeply across institutions, communities, and government bodies as yoga emerged not just as a physical discipline, but as a powerful movement towards holistic living.
Tiranga Urban Park: Heart of the Celebration
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n Chandigarh, the central event at Tiranga Urban Park, Sector 17 witnessed over 2,000 citizens joining a mass yoga session led by the Punjab governor and UT administrator Gulab Chand Kataria. He praised yoga as "a people's movement that empowers individuals and strengthens communities," linking it to India's ancient heritage and its contemporary global relevance.
PM's Address Echoes Across Nation
The celebrations included a live telecast of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address from Visakhapatnam, where a record 3 lakh participants joined along a 26-km beachfront stretch. The governor also administered a pledge for a 'Nasha Mukt Chandigarh', reinforcing yoga's role in combating addiction and promoting mental health.
Rock Garden Resonates with Unity
A parallel event at Rock Garden drew more than 1,500 participants including Anganwadi workers, children from Child Care Institutions, and officials, underlining yoga's inclusive appeal.
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The Directorate of AYUSH facilitated yoga sessions across 100 city locations with wide community involvement.
PGI Champions Yoga in Healthcare
At PGIMER, Chandigarh, over 3,350 participants—including doctors, faculty, students, and staff—joined hands in celebrating the day under the aegis of its CCRYN Collaborative Centre for Mind-Body Intervention through Yoga. Director Prof. Vivek Lal emphasized yoga as "the synchrony of inner and outer self," highlighting its role in nurturing physical health, mental clarity, and emotional resilience.
Science Meets Tradition at PGI
Certified trainers led the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), scientifically validated by PGI, with sessions also streamed live for residents on hospital duty. PGIMER's Yoga Centre, operating daily, has been integrating yoga therapy into patient care and workplace wellness, covering 19 departments and providing interventions like SMET, DRT, MSRT, and QRT.
The event also marked the launch of a new evidence-based Integrated Approach of Yoga Therapy (IAYT) module for managing chronic low back pain, developed in collaboration with S-VYASA, Bangalore.
Researchers involved in the project were felicitated for advancing yoga-based clinical science.
Air Warriors Unite for Wellness
The day was celebrated at the 12 Wing Air Force Station, Chandigarh. The event saw enthusiastic participation from Vayu Yodhas and their family members. Air Warriors, trained as yoga instructors, led the mass yoga session by following the Common Yoga Protocol. The programme included various yogic kriyas, meditation exercises, sankalpa, prayer, and demonstrations.
SAS Nagar Stretches Across 33 Locations
In SAS Nagar (Mohali), more than 12,000 individuals performed yoga at 33 locations under the supervision of the District Administration, Ayurveda and Unani Department, and 'CM di Yogshala'.
Mohali's Main Event at Sec 78 Stadium
The district-level event at the Multipurpose Sports Stadium, Sector-78 was attended by key officials including SDM Damandeep Kaur, DSP Harsimran Singh Bal, and Dr.
Ravi Dogra. Across Kharar, Derabassi, Kurali, and Zirakpur, yoga sessions were held in parks, societies, and community halls—showcasing vibrant civic engagement. MLA Kuljit Singh Randhawa joined.
High Court Embraces Inner Balance
The Punjab and Haryana High Court also observed the occasion with a dedicated yoga session led by Hon'ble Chief Justice Mr. Justice Sheel Nagu. Judges, lawyers, and court staff participated under the theme "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," guided by professional trainers who reiterated yoga's potential for inner balance and stress relief in today's high-pressure world.
One Earth, One Health: A Unified Message
The 11th International Day of Yoga unified the Tricity in a collective breath of wellness. With institutions aligning under one goal — mental, physical, and environmental harmony — the region reinforced yoga's enduring value in public health and modern life.
District-Level Celebration At Red Bishop Convention Hall
A district-level event was held at the Red Bishop Convention Hall in Panchkula.
Rajya Sabha MP Rekha Sharma, the chief guest, actively participated in the session alongside other attendees. In her address, Sharma highlighted yoga as a treasured part of India's cultural heritage that has now gained global recognition.
The event also featured a soul-stirring classical music performance by renowned artist Subhash Ghosh, adding a spiritual dimension to the celebration. Senior BJP leaders and government officers were also present.
Kalka Embraces Yoga As Path To Wellness
In Kalka, the day was celebrated at Government Postgraduate College, led by MLA Shakti Rani Sharma. Addressing the participants, Sharma shared the message 'Yoga removes disease', encouraging everyone to incorporate yoga into their daily routines for improved mental and physical well-being.
Sharma drew parallels with ancient sages who lived healthy lives for over a hundred years through disciplined yoga practice.
The yoga session in Kalka was conducted by Ramphal Jagda's Patanjali yoga team, who also educated attendees about the wide-ranging benefits of regular yoga practice.

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