𝗗𝗮𝘆 2 𝗢𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝗴𝗮 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The second day of the International Festival of Yoga and Meditation (IFYM) 2026, being organized by the Mahabodhi International Meditation Centre (MIMC), commenced on a vibrant and inspiring note with a Yogathon from MIMC Devachan Campus to Sindhu Ghat, bringing together participants from different walks of life in a collective celebration of health, mindfulness, and peace.

The Yogathon began at 6:30 AM from the MIMC Devachan Campus and concluded at Sindhu Ghat at around 7:30 AM. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from personnel of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Northwest Frontier, Leh, students of MIMC Devachan, Venerable Sangha members from the Mahabodhi Society, Bengaluru, as well as delegates and participants from India and various countries abroad attending the festival.

Students participating in the Yogathon carried colourful placards displaying messages and slogans promoting the values of Yoga, Meditation, healthy living, peace, and harmony, creating awareness among the public and spreading the festival's message of holistic well-being.

Upon reaching Sindhu Ghat, participants took part in a serene and energizing Yoga session conducted by Ms. Rishika Sangwan, Yoga Teacher and Expert from The Yoga Institute, Mumbai. The session included various Yoga practices and breathing exercises aimed at promoting physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance.

Addressing the gathering, Ven. Bhikkhu Sanghasena, Founder-President and Spiritual Director of MIMC, highlighted the growing relevance of Yoga and Meditation in contemporary society. He particularly emphasized their importance in the lives of paramilitary personnel, who often serve under challenging conditions, as well as students and young people who face increasing stress and distractions in modern life. He noted that Yoga and Meditation help cultivate resilience, discipline, concentration, emotional stability, and inner peace.