New Delhi | 19th June 2026 Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, who has elevated yoga as India’s global gift to the world, the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), Ministry of Culture, Government of India, successfully celebrated International Yoga Day 2026, bringing together the spirit of art, wellness, mindfulness and India’s rich cultural heritage.
The celebration witnessed the gracious presence of distinguished guests including Dr. Sanjeev Kishor Goutam, Director General, NGMA; Hitesh Yoga, Content Creator & Yoga Expert; Mr. Madhusudan Chauhan – CEO Jiva Ayurveda; and Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Pioneer of Aroma Therapy in India.
Hosted within one of India’s premier cultural institutions, the celebration highlighted the intrinsic relationship between yoga and art both timeless forms of expression that cultivate awareness, discipline, creativity and inner transformation. While art becomes a medium of expression and reflection, yoga creates harmony between mind, body and consciousness.
The morning featured engaging sessions around Yoga, Ayurveda, Aroma Therapy and Facial Yoga, encouraging participants to reconnect with India’s traditional wisdom and embrace holistic wellbeing.
Dr. Sanjeev Kishor Goutam, Director General, NGMA, said:
“At NGMA, we continuously strive to create experiences that connect India’s artistic legacy with meaningful cultural practices. International Yoga Day offered a powerful opportunity to bring together art and wellness, creating a space that encourages reflection, creativity and mindful living.”
Mr. Madhusudan Chauhan – CEO Jiva Ayurveda, said:
“Ayurveda and Yoga together represent India’s holistic approach to wellbeing. Such celebrations remind us that wellness begins with everyday mindful choices and reconnecting with practices rooted in our heritage.”
Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Pioneer of Aroma Therapy in India & Facial Yoga Expert, said:
“True wellness reflects both inner and outer balance. Through aroma therapy and facial yoga, we continue to rediscover self-care through natural practices, and platforms like this help bring these traditions to newer generations.”
Hitesh Yoga, Content Creator & Yoga Expert, said:
“Yoga is one of India’s most profound gifts to the world. Beyond physical movement, it is a practice of awareness and inner balance. Celebrating yoga in a space dedicated to art beautifully demonstrated how both disciplines inspire deeper human connection and self-expression.”
The celebration concluded with enthusiastic participation and reinforced the importance of integrating India’s heritage, art and wellness traditions into contemporary lifestyles.
NGMA continues to remain committed to creating immersive cultural experiences that inspire dialogue, learning and meaningful engagement with India’s timeless knowledge systems.
