ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture has celebrated International Day of Yoga (IDY) on 21st June, 2026. This year IDY’s theme is “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”. Initially, Dr. C. N. Anshida Beevi, Nodal Officer, Yoga welcomed all the participants and briefed about the programme.

After that, yoga session was coordinated by Mr. Kishore Mishra and Mrs. Arrthi Mishra, Yoga Instructors. They have demonstrated different postures and its benefits for the participants. All the participants practised yoga as per their instruction.

Later, Dr. G. Ravindra Chary, PG Coordinator, IARI Mega University Hyderabad Hub addressed the gathering. During his remarks, stressed the importance of practising yoga in our day to day life and the significance of this day. He has also underscored the importance of the day.

About 55 participants including scientists, technical, administrative and supporting staff and students from IARI Mega University Hyderabad Hub participated in the event.

The programme was ended with a vote of thanks by Dr. T. V. Prasad, Principal Scientist.