Governor Leads Mizoram’s 12th International Day of Yoga Celebrations
Aizawl, the 21st June, 2026: Mizoram joined the global community in observing the 12th International Day of Yoga today, with the state-level programme held at the 34 Assam Rifles Helipad in Zokhawsang, Aizawl. The event, themed “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”, was organised by the National AYUSH Mission and Directorate of AYUSH. It was graced by Mizoram Governor, General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd) as Chief Guest and Health & Family Welfare Minister Mrs. Lalrinpuii as Guest of Honour.
In his address, the Governor General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh highlighted the vision and leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi, which have played a significant role in bringing yoga to the forefront of global consciousness. He noted that the United Nations’ adoption of 21st June as International Day of Yoga has now reached its 12th year, describing the milestone as a matter of great pride. The Governor underscored that yoga is a holistic practice that promotes the well-being of the body, mind and intellect. He explained that various yoga exercises offer specific benefits and should be practised according to the Common Yoga Protocol for maximum effectiveness. “Yoga is not meant for sweat; rather, it is intended to bring harmony within the system,” he said.
The Governor noted that yoga does not require excessive time – only adherence to proper protocol and involves smooth, synchronised movements coordinated with breathing, rather than jerky actions. Each posture is carefully designed to address particular health concerns. The Governor further underlined yoga’s universal accessibility and affordability, noting that it requires no special equipment and can be practised anywhere, making it suitable for people from all walks of life. He expressed his appreciation to the National AYUSH Mission, Directorate of AYUSH, 34 Assam Rifles, Mizo Air Squadron NCC and all participants for making the programme a grand success.
Health & Family Welfare Minister Mrs Lalrinpuii described the observance as Mizoram’s meaningful participation in the global movement for peace and well-being. She noted that yoga brings peace and balance even amid the busy pace of modern life. “Yoga is a simple exercise that everyone can practise. It welcomes all and has a place for everyone,” she said.
Chief Secretary Mr Khilli Ram Meena, who also spoke on the occasion stated that the Mizoram Government is committed to advancing preventive and holistic healthcare through the AYUSH system by integrating traditional knowledge with modern medical approaches for the benefit of the people.
Col. Laldinpuia, Commandant of 34 Assam Rifles, delivered the welcome address and thanked all those present. The yoga session was led by the Yoga Crew of the National AYUSH Mission, who guided participants through the prescribed Common Yoga Protocol with a variety of asanas aimed at physical and mental rejuvenation. The main national event at Red Road, Kolkata, West Bengal, was viewed live via virtual mode, during which attendees listened to the address by Hon’ble Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi. Dr. Mara S. Thansiami, Mission Director, National AYUSH Mission, Health & Family Welfare Department, proposed the vote of thanks and concluded the event.
In addition to the main event, International Day of Yoga 2026 was observed at various locations across Mizoram, including District Hospitals, Health & Wellness Centres, educational institutions and local organisations, each according to their convenience. This year’s theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”, highlights the importance of yoga in maintaining physical and mental fitness to enable healthy and graceful ageing.
Around 300 participants, including personnel from Assam Rifles, Mizo Air Squadron NCC and the government officials attended the programme.
Mizoram Larsap hovin 12th International Day of Yoga lawm (Mizo)
Aizawl, the 21st June, 2026: Khawvel hmun dangte rualin tukin khan 12th International Day of Yoga chu, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing” tih thupui hmangin 34 Assam Rifles Helipad, Zokhawsangah lawm a ni. National AYUSH Mission, Directorate of AYUSH bultuma hun hman hi Mizoram Larsap, General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh, PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd) chuan Khuallian niin a hmanpui a, Health & Family Welfare Minister Pi Lalrinpuii chu Khualzahawm a ni.
He ni puala kalkhawmte hmaa thu a sawiah Larsap General (Dr) Vijay Kumar Singh Prime Minister Pu Narendra Modi hmalaknain Yoga chu khawvel pum hriat hlawh leh ngaihven a nih thu sawiin, khawvel puma hman theih tura UNO-in a pawmpuiatanga kum 12-na hmel International Day of Yoga-in a hmu ta chu lawmawm a tih thu a sawi a. Yoga chu taksa, rilru leh ngaihtuahnate tha taka thlunzawma hriselna tha thlentu a nih thu sawiin, yoga exercise hrang hrangte chuan taksa leh rilru hrisel nan tinzawn leh hnathawh dan bik an neih hran theuh a, tangkai taka hman a nih theih nan tih dan dik common yoga protocol zawm a tul thu a sawi a ni.
Larsap chuan yoga awmzia leh tih dan dikte sawiin, yoga chu thlan tih tlak nana ruahman a nih loh thu leh taksa leh rilru lamte inrem taka siamtu a nih zawk thu a sawi a. Hun tam aiin tih dan phung dik a mamawh zawk thu sawiin, taksa tih chet vak vak lam a kawk lova, boruak hip luh leh thawk chhuah mil zela chet lak a pawimawh a, tih dan hrang hrangte hi natna bik ti dam thei tura duan a ni, a ti. Yoga chu exercise awlsam leh hmanraw mamawh tlem a nih avanga mitin banphak a nih thu sawiin, hmunhma a mamawh tam loh avangin khawi hmunah pawh tih a remchan thu a sawi a. International Day of Yoga hlawhtling taka hman a nih theih nana National AYUSH Mission, Directorate of AYUSH, 34 Assam Rifles, Mizo Air Sqn. NCC leh he huna tel zawng zawngte fakawm a tih thu a sawi bawk.
Health & Family Welfare Minister Pi Lalrinpuii chuan khawvel hmun dangte ruala Mizoramin khawvel pum huap hriselna lam hawi hmalakna lian leh pawimawh tak International Day of Yoga puala hun hman a ni chu lawmawm a tih thu a sawi a. Yoga chuan nitin khawsak buai leh hah tak karah mihringte muanna leh rilru fim a pek thu sawi a. Taksa leh rilru sawizawina awlsam leh mitin tana tih theih a nih thu a sawi bawk.
Chief Secretary Pu Khilli Ram Meena chuan Mizoram sawrkarin mipuite hrisel nan AYUSH kaltlanga hma a lak zel dawn thu sawiin, pipu atanga thiamna chhawm zel leh tunlai thiamna thar ber berte tangkawp kaltlangin mipui hriselna tihhmasawn zel tum a nih thu a sawi bawk.
International Yoga Day 2026 lawmnaah hian Col Laldinpuia, Commandant, 34 Assam Rifles chuan kalkhawmte lawmna thu a sawi a. Yoga Crew, National AYUSH Mission-te kaihhruaiin yoga tih dan tur dik “Common Yoga Protocol” tarlan angin yoga exercise chi hrang hrang hmangin kalkhawm ten taksa leh rilru sawizawina hun an hmang a. India ram puma International Day of Yoga 2026 lawmna pui ber, Red Road, Kolkata, West Bengal-a hman chu biak hmuh theihna kaltlanga chhim niin Prime Minister Pu Narendra Modi thusawi ngaihthlak a ni a. Dr. Mara S. Thansiami, Mission Director, National AYUSH Mission, Health & Family Welfare Department chuan lawmthu sawiin hun hman a khar a ni.
International Day of Yoga pual hian Mizoram hmun hrang hrang – District Hospital, Health & Welness Centre, Zirna in leh pawl hrang hrang ten an remchan dan ang zelin hun an hmang bawk a. Kumin hian thupui atan “Yoga for Healthy Ageing” tih hman niin, hei hian a tum ber chu rilru leh taksa hrisel tak nen upat hun hmang thei tura yoga chhawr tangkai a ni.
He hunah hian Assam Rifles, Mizo Air Sqn. NCC leh Sawrkar official pawimawhte tiamin mi 300 vel an tel a ni.
Written by: Dr. Lallawmkima Thangluah, MIS, PRO to Governor