As part of the celebrations leading up to the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026, regular Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) classes are being conducted in Chennai by Tamil Nadu State Chapter Committee of IYA and under the guidance of Gnanasiriyar N. Elumalai, Ph.D. Scholar, Faculty of Yoga Sciences and Therapy (FYST), Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research.
The programme is being organized in alignment with this year’s International Day of Yoga theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” which highlights the role of Yoga in promoting strength, mobility, vitality, and overall well-being as individuals age. The initiative also reflects the broader themes of “Yoga for Wellness, Wisdom and World Peace” and “Women Empowerment through Yoga.”
These Common Yoga Protocol classes are conducted annually as part of the International Day of Yoga observances inspired by the vision of the United Nations General Assembly’s proclamation of IDY in 2014. The sessions aim to encourage regular Yoga practice and raise awareness about its benefits among people of all age groups.
More than 25 participants have been actively attending the current series of classes. The programme is being coordinated by Dr. S. Kalaichelvi, Vice President of Rangarajapuram SKY Trust, whose efforts have contributed significantly to the smooth conduct of the event.
The classes are scheduled to continue until 18 June 2026, after which participation certificates will be distributed to all attendees in recognition of their commitment and involvement.
Through such initiatives, the IYA Tamil Nadu State Chapter Committee continues to promote the message of Yoga as a pathway to health, harmony, and holistic well-being in the lead-up to International Day of Yoga 2026.
