The 52nd Meeting of the Executive Council (ECM) of the Indian Yoga Association (IYA) was held online on 2 December 2025 from 5:00 PM to 5:45 PM under the chairpersonship of Maa Dr. Hansaji Yogendra, President, IYA. The meeting commenced with the chanting of the Shanti Mantra, creating a calm and reflective atmosphere for the deliberations. Welcoming all members, the President recalled the collective journey of the Association and appreciated the continued dedication of the Council members, while specially acknowledging the balanced and committed contribution of Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani.
The minutes of the 51st Executive Council Meeting held on 18 September 2025 were placed before the Council and unanimously confirmed, as no amendments or suggestions were received. The Secretary General, Shri Subodh Tiwari, then presented the Action Taken Report, highlighting substantial progress across programmes and administrative initiatives. The Council noted the successful conduct of Yog Setu programmes in Delhi, Kerala, and Uttar Pradesh, each drawing strong participation and appreciation. Ongoing initiatives such as the Cycle Programme, Manthan Monthly Lecture Series, and the Instagram Live Series were reported to be receiving consistent engagement.
The successful organisation of the Fifth National Conclave at Lekhak Gaon, Dehradun, was also noted, with the White Paper draft prepared for circulation.
Further updates included the completion of key administrative actions such as reforms in the J&K and Madhya Pradesh State Chapter Committees, finalisation of the SOP for State Chapter fund release, appointment of the auditor, progress on a new payment gateway, and implementation of the Common Yoga Protocol Appreciation Course (CYPAC).
The Council took note of these developments and expressed satisfaction with the steady strengthening of organisational systems.
The Executive Council approved the proposal to hold the Annual General Meeting (AGM) online on 12 December 2025 at 6:00 PM IST, primarily to meet statutory requirements and share important updates with members. The proposed Governing Council (GC) Meeting scheduled for 28 January 2026 was also approved in principle, subject to final confirmation after internal coordination.
Deliberations on future programmes focused on enhancing IYA’s outreach and public engagement in 2026. The Yog Setu series in Maharashtra was confirmed for 13–14 January 2026, with additional state-level editions to be finalised. The Council also discussed a major national-level event proposed for March 2026 in New Delhi, with Vigyan Bhawan among the venue options. The event aims to position IYA as a unifying platform for diverse yogic traditions, encourage participation from the general public, and involve dignitaries from the Ministry of AYUSH, diplomatic missions, and allied institutions. Proposals included creating a History Gallery showcasing IYA Member Institutions and ensuring significant participation from non-IYA members.
The application of Patanjali Yog Research Centre, Kerala Chapter, recommended by the Kerala State Chapter Committee, was approved as a new Member Institute, recognising the importance of strengthening institutional presence in key states. In addition, concerns were raised regarding the limited promotion of IYA Certification programmes by Member Institutions and Associate Centres.
The Council resolved that a formal communication from the President’s Desk would be issued to encourage wider adoption and promotion of IYA certifications.
In her concluding remarks, the President expressed satisfaction with the overall progress of IYA’s programmes and initiatives and urged members to continue their collective efforts with dedication and harmony. The meeting concluded on a positive note with the recitation of the Shanti Mantra, reaffirming IYA’s shared commitment to the promotion and propagation of yoga.
