The Maharashtra State Chapter Committee of Indian Yoga Association held its online meeting on 19th August 2025 at 9:00 pm to discuss forthcoming events and initiatives.
The Secretary announced the upcoming National State Chapter Conclave scheduled at Lekhak Gaon, Rishikesh from 7th to 9th November 2025. From the Chapter, Mr. Sabir Shaikh and Ms. Pallavi Kavhane expressed their intent, and their participation was formally approved by the EC.
Dr. Vikas Chothe proposed organizing a State Conclave in Pune on 1st November 2025, with the All India Naturopathy Centre Hall as the suggested venue. The program, expected to be a half-day event with around 500 participants. It was further suggested that participants receive takeaway items such as pens or bags, sponsored either by EC institutes or the Chapter. Institutional support to mobilize participants will be coordinated by Dr. Vikas, Dr. Pallavi, and Dr. Vinod.
The Committee also planned a Meditation Session by Dr. Samprasad Vinod at Patidar Hall, Ghatkopar, Mumbai (venue availability to be checked by Dr. Bagadia). Tentative dates are 30th August or 13th September (with the latter more likely). The program will be a three-hour event in two consecutive sessions, with breakfast served from 9:00 am, followed by the sessions from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. This program will be open and free for members.
It was further proposed that travel allowance (TA) be provided to state chapter members for such programs to ensure full participation. The next offline EC meeting will be scheduled after the Conclave.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Samprasad Vinod, Dr. Deepak Bagadia, Mr. Nitin Patki, Mr. Sabir Shaikh, Dr. Vikas Chothe, Dr. Pallavi Kavhane, and Ms. Jyoti Keswani.