Mauritius: President Gokhool joins special yoga session organised by Indian High Commission to mark 12th International Day of Yoga
Port Louis, June 14
Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool, along with First Lady Brinda Gokhool, participated in a special yoga session organised by the Indian High Commission as part of celebrations marking the 12th International Day of Yoga 2026.
In a post on X, the High Commission said, "As part of the celebrations marking the 12th International Day of Yoga #IDY 2026, Indian High Commission organised a special yoga session at the State House, on 12 June 2026, in the presence of Dharambeer Gokhool, President of Mauritius, and Brinda Gokhool."
In the same thread, the mission said that the Indian High Commissioner Anurag Srivastava highlighted the theme ' Yoga For Healthy Ageing', emphasising yoga's role in "preventive healthcare, holistic well-being, and healthy ageing."
The post said, "In his remarks, HC @AnuragSrivstava highlighted the theme #YogaForHealthyAgeing, emphasising yoga's role in preventive healthcare, holistic well-being, and healthy ageing. He underscored yoga as a living bridge of the shared India-Mauritius heritage and highlighted growing cooperation in healthcare and AYUSH, including the upcoming AYUSH Centre of Excellence in Mauritius."
The High Commision added, "The event also featured a talk on Ayurveda by AYUSH Chair Dr. Pooja Sabharwal and a yoga session conducted by Tanya Gupta, Yoga Teacher at IGCIC[Indira Gandhi Centre for Indian Culture]."
Earlier on June 13, External Affairs Minister of State (MoS) Kirti Vardhan Singh participated in a yoga session in Dushanbe.
He highlighted yoga's role in promoting holistic health, mental well-being and harmony with nature ahead of the International Day of Yoga.
In a post on X, Singh on Saturday wrote, "Ahead of the International Day Of Yoga 2026, participated in a Yoga session organised by @IndEmbDushanbe and @iccr_tajikistan in Dushanbe. Highlighted yoga's role in promoting holistic health, mental well-being and harmony with nature, reflecting the timeless values that continue to inspire millions across the world."
"The event brought together members of the Indian community, Friends of India and yoga enthusiasts in Tajikistan," the post read.
The International Day of Yoga has been observed annually on June 21 since 2015.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Yoga for Healthy Ageing is a great theme—especially relevant as our population ages. I hope India continues to promote such wellness initiatives, not just in Mauritius but across the Indian Ocean region.
Wonderful to see the AYUSH Centre of Excellence coming up in Mauritius. This is soft power at its best—sharing our ancient wellness traditions with the world. Kudos to the High Commission! 🙏
While this is good diplomacy, I hope we also invest more in grassroots yoga promotion in India itself. Many rural areas still lack access to trained instructors. Still, proud of our global outreach! 😊
I love how Mauritius—a country with strong Indian roots—wholeheartedly embraces yoga. The event with President Gokhool is a beautiful example of cultural diplomacy. Yoga truly unites! 🌸
Good to see our Ministry of External Affairs promoting yoga via sessions in Tajikistan as well. This isn't just about health—it's about showcasing India's holistic approach to global wellness. 🇮🇳🧘
The 12th International Day of Yoga already—time flies! I appreciate that the High Commission included an Ayurveda talk, linking yoga with traditional medicine. A holistic
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