The meeting of the Telangana State Chapter Committee of the Indian Yoga Association was held on 17 February 2026 at the Institute of Human Excellence, Ramakrishna Math, Lower Tank Bund, Hyderabad. The gathering commenced with a prayer and was addressed by Shri Kambhampati Subrahmanyam.
The meeting was attended by Shri Ravi Tumuluri, Secretary, Shri Amarendra A, Secretary; Ms. Ramya, Treasurer; Shri Nageswara Rao Polisetty, Vice Chairperson; Joint Secretaries Shri Srinivasa Rao Ch V and Shri Srinivasulu Arroju, along with members Shri Sambasiva Rao Haridasu, Shri Murali Krishna, Shri Siva Rama Krishna, and Shri Munnaiah. Shri Subrahmanyam ji was felicitated with a bouquet and sweets on behalf of IYA-TSCC.
Shri Ravi Tumuluri outlined the purpose of the meeting and shared insights into the various yoga courses and certifications offered by IYA across India. Shri Kambhampati Subrahmanyam emphasized the importance of organizing YogSetu in Telangana with adequate planning, highlighting the need for financial resources, manpower, suitable venues, influential chief guests, media outreach, and cultural programmes to strengthen the visibility of IYA and support membership drives. He stressed the importance of targeting youth in schools, colleges, and institutions, noting the growing need for mental health support through yoga. He encouraged proactive outreach through workshops, seminars, competitions, and institutional visits to identify community needs and build meaningful connections.
Digitalization initiatives and effective use of the IYA app in coordination with the Secretariat to expand outreach was suggested. Updates on meetings with vice-chancellors, political leaders, and community representatives, and discussed the development of district-level committees were shared. Members introduced themselves and shared their respective roles. Updates on upcoming Telangana activities, including YogSetu during Ugadi, preparatory meetings before International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026, IDY 2026 celebrations, and public workshops were also shared. A brief discourse on mental health and yogic principles such as Yama, Niyama, and “Yogaha Chitta Vritti Nirodhaha” was delivered by Shri Subrahmanyam.
The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks by Shri Amarendra, who also emphasized strengthening financial transparency, enhancing manpower, region-wise expansion, and collaborative efforts under the guidance of senior members. The gathering ended with high tea, a concluding prayer, and a group photograph.
