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Kailash Kher, Kunal Kapoor Attend Rishikesh Yoga Festival, Praise India's Message

Singer Kailash Kher and actor Kunal Kapoor have arrived in Rishikesh to participate in the ongoing International Yoga Festival at Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Kher emphasized the spiritual significance of the location and India's role in promoting yoga as a global message of peace and unity. The week-long festival, which began on March 9, features diverse yoga styles, meditation, and sacred ceremonies including the daily Ganga Aarti. The event has attracted participants from approximately 100 countries, seeking spiritual enrichment in the serene setting.

Key Points: Kailash Kher, Kunal Kapoor at International Yoga Festival 2026

  • Celebrities attend yoga festival
  • Event draws global participants
  • Yoga promoted as peace message
  • Week-long spiritual gathering in Rishikesh
  • Includes diverse practices and Ganga Aarti
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Kunal Kapoor, Kailash Kher to attend Parmarth Niketan Yoga Festival

Singer Kailash Kher and actor Kunal Kapoor arrive in Rishikesh for the Parmarth Niketan Yoga Festival, highlighting yoga's global peace message.

"The entire world is fighting each other but what is India doing? Urging everyone to celebrate International Day of Yoga... - Kailash Kher"

Rishikesh, March 13

Singer Kailash Kher and actor Kunal Kapoor arrived at Jolly Grant Airport on Friday, as the ongoing International Yoga Festival 2026 continues to draw global attention at Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

The week-long spiritual gathering, being held from March 9 to March 15 in Rishikesh, has attracted participants and spiritual seekers from across the world.

Speaking after his arrival in Dehradun, Kailash Kher reflected on the significance of the location and the global message of yoga.

"It feels great because this is the land of Yoga. This is Devabhoomi. The soil, air, smiles and the people here reflect the Almighty," he said to ANI.

Kher also highlighted the unifying role of yoga and India's message of peace to the world. "The entire world is fighting each other but what is India doing? Urging everyone to celebrate International Day of Yoga and speak of soul, of the Almighty, of joy, of calm, of peace. That is our India," he added, noting that representatives from around 100 countries have gathered at the ashram for the festival.

Meanwhile, actor Kunal Kapoor also arrived at Jolly Grant Airport and spoke about his visit to the region.

"It always feels great to come here. This is a historic place with spirituality and culture. Compared to Mumbai, it is serene. So, coming here is joyous," Kapoor said.

The International Yoga Festival began on March 9 with traditional prayers and rituals at the Ganga Ghat of Parmarth Niketan. The opening ceremony was attended by Acharya Balkrishna of Patanjali Yog Peeth along with renowned percussionist Shivamani.

During the ceremony, Swami Chidanand Saraswati, President of Parmarth Niketan Ashram, performed the Ganga Aarti and offered special prayers seeking blessings of Mother Ganga.

The festival programme includes diverse yoga styles alongside meditation sessions, pranayama practices and sacred ceremonies including the daily Ganga Aarti.

On March 11, Shivamani delivered a powerful musical performance during the evening Ganga Aarti, captivating devotees and visitors from India and abroad. Accompanied by keyboard player Runa, the performance added a devotional musical touch to the spiritual gathering.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative but I wish they'd focus more on making yoga accessible to common people in cities too. Festivals like these are amazing, but daily yoga classes in local parks would help more Indians.
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Aman W
The Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan is magical! Been there once and it's a life-changing experience. So happy to see our culture getting global recognition. Jai Ganga Maiya!
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Sarah B
As someone who traveled from Canada for this festival last year, it's truly transformative. The blend of ancient practices with modern life that India offers is unique. The morning yoga by the Ganges is unforgettable.
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Vikram M
Kunal Kapoor is right about the serenity compared to Mumbai. We need to preserve places like Rishikesh from over-commercialization. Spiritual tourism is good, but maintaining the sanctity is更重要.
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Karthik V
100 countries participating! That's our soft power. Yoga is India's gift to the world. More such events please across different states too. 🧘‍♂️

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