Kolkata to host International Day of Yoga 2026 main event; theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing'
Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav announced on 27 May 2026 that the main International Day of Yoga 2026 event will be held in Kolkata on 21 June, with the theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing'.
Summary
Union MoS (Independent Charge) for Ayush Prataprao Jadhav announced that the main celebration of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 will be held in Kolkata, West Bengal, on 21 June, with the theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing'. The announcement came at Yoga Mahotsav 2026 at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Western Group of Temples, Khajuraho, which marked the start of the 25-day countdown and was organised by the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga. The Yoga Sangam Portal, Yoga Park Portal and a new Yoga T-shirt were also unveiled.
Key facts
- Event
- International Day of Yoga 2026 – 21 June
- Main venue
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- Theme
- Yoga for Healthy Ageing
- Announced at
- Yoga Mahotsav, Western Group of Temples, Khajuraho (25-day countdown)
- Organiser
- Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY)
- Launched
- Yoga Sangam Portal, Yoga Park Portal
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Which city will host the main event of the International Day of Yoga 2026, as announced in May 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Kolkata
The main IDY 2026 celebration will be held in Kolkata, West Bengal, on 21 June; Khajuraho hosted the countdown event.
What is the theme of the International Day of Yoga 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Yoga for Healthy Ageing
The Ministry of Ayush announced 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing' as the IDY 2026 theme.