Mumbai, June 23 : Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital, Powai celebrated International Yoga Day 2026, themed “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” with a series of wellness initiatives, including a special yoga session at the hospital and a community yoga programme at Ghatkopar Metro Station. The celebrations commenced on June 20 with a special yoga session at the hospital involving Mumbai Traffic Police personnel, promoting physical and mental well-being among frontline workers. On June 21, the hospital extended the celebrations to the community through a large-scale yoga programme at Ghatkopar Metro Station, bringing together people across age groups to embrace yoga as a way of achieving better health, flexibility, mindfulness and overall well-being.
Certified male and female yoga instructors conducted guided sessions focusing on balance, strength, breathing techniques and mental wellness. The initiative witnessed enthusiastic participation from commuters and residents alike, creating a vibrant atmosphere dedicated to healthy living. The yoga sessions at the metro station complemented the hospital’s employee and Traffic Police engagement held a day earlier, underscoring the importance of incorporating wellness practices into everyday life and making yoga accessible to all sections of society.
India is home to one of the world’s largest working populations, and increasingly sedentary lifestyles, long working hours, stress and lack of physical activity have contributed to a growing burden of lifestyle disorders such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular diseases. As preventive healthcare gains importance, yoga has emerged as a simple yet powerful practice that promotes physical fitness, improves flexibility, reduces stress and supports mental well-being. Incorporating yoga into daily life is essential not only for healthy ageing but also for preventing chronic diseases and fostering a healthier and more productive society.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Sameer Kulkarni, CEO, Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital, Powai, said,
“Healthy ageing is not only about adding years to life, but adding life to years. Yoga is one of the most powerful and accessible ways to maintain physical fitness, mental clarity and emotional balance at every stage of life. Through these International Yoga Day initiatives, we aim to encourage people across generations to embrace yoga as a part of their daily routine and adopt a preventive approach towards long-term health and wellness.”
The celebrations reflected the hospital’s continued commitment to community well-being through awareness-led initiatives that encourage active lifestyles, disease prevention and overall wellness. By taking yoga beyond conventional spaces and into the community, Dr L H Hiranandani Hospital seeks to inspire individuals to make healthy and mindful living an integral part of their everyday lives.