YOGA MAHOTSAV–2026

• Yoga Mahotsav–2026 is a series of countdown events organised by the Ministry of Ayush through Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) to build up to the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) on 21 June 2026.
• Structured as a 100-day countdown during which 100 organisations promote yoga in 100 cities/places across India.
• Relevant for UPSC because it links AYUSH soft-power diplomacy, NCD prevention, and traditional knowledge systems (Schedule of cultural heritage / UN-recognised IDY).