Press Release
12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 in Macau
Consulate General of India
Hong Kong & Macau SARs
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Subject: 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 in Macau
The Consulate General of India, Hong Kong & Macau SARs, successfully organized a grand celebration to mark the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on 14 June 2026 in Macau.
Centred around this year’s theme, ‘Yoga for Healthy Ageing,’ the event witnessed an enthusiastic turnout, including members of the Indian diaspora, local Macanese residents, renowned yoga instructors, and wellness enthusiasts, all joining together to embrace the timeless spirit of yoga.
The event commenced with welcome remarks by the Consul General of India in Hong Kong & Macau SARs, Shri Rajesh N. Naik. Reflecting on this year’s theme, "Yoga for Healthy Ageing," the Consul General encouraged the gathering to adopt yoga as a practice that supports graceful ageing, independence, and a harmonious balance of physical and mental faculties at all stages of life.
Following the inaugural address, the gathering enthusiastically participated in a guided session of the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) by the Ministry of Ayush, which took the participants through a series of asanas, concluding with pranayama and meditation techniques.
The event also saw participation from Consul General of the Republic of Philippines, Secretary General of Caritas Macau, Founding Partner at C&C Lawyers and Notaries, Executive Vice President of Macau European Chamber of Commerce, and President of Association of Goa, Daman and Diu Culture among others.
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