IYA Puducherry Chapter

24/07/2026

Pranams & Happy Birthday to the GURU of Rishiculture Ashthanga Yoga & Father of Scientific Yoga Research "Yogamaharishi Dr. Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj". 🙏🙏🙏

08/07/2026

Heartiest Congratulations to Yogacharya Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Sir, Chairperson IYA- Puducherry chapter , Chairman - ICYER, Director ISCM of SBV, on being elevated as the Vice President of the Indian Yoga Association. Wonderful news for the world Yoga fraternity 🙏❤️💐

22/06/2026

🧘‍♀️ International Day of Yoga 2026 Celebration 🧘‍♂️

As part of the International Day of Yoga 2026 celebrations, Dr. Rajalakshmi, Convenor – Research, Indian Yoga Association (IYA), Puducherry Chapter, successfully conducted a Mass Yoga Demonstration at the Primary Health Centre, Nettapakkam, on 21 June 2026.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from healthcare professionals, staff, and members of the local community, promoting the timeless message of yoga for holistic health, well-being, and disease prevention.

Through the practice of the Common Yoga Protocol, participants experienced the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of yoga, reinforcing this year's commitment towards creating a healthier and more harmonious society.

👏 Heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Rajalakshmi and the team at PHC Nettapakkam for their dedicated efforts in spreading the message of yoga and wellness.

YogaForHealth YogaForWellness Nettapakkam YogaEveryDay

22/06/2026

**International Day of Yoga 2026 Celebrated at JIPMER Karaikal**

As part of the 12th International Day of Yoga celebrations, a Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) session was successfully conducted at JIPMER Karaikal on 21 June 2026 under the guidance of **Dr. Dhanalakshmi, Convenor – Karaikal, Indian Yoga Association (IYA), Puducherry Chapter**.

The event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of **118 members**, including the Dean, faculty members, staff, and students. Due to the large turnout and limited space, the yoga practice sessions were organized simultaneously in **two special halls** to accommodate all participants comfortably.

The programme was inaugurated by the **Chief Guest, District Collector Ms. Ish*tha Rathi, IAS**, through the traditional lighting of the lamp. She was joined by the **Dean of JIPMER Karaikal, Deputy Collector, and Dr. Dhanalakshmi** during the inaugural ceremony.

Addressing the gathering, the dignitaries emphasized the importance of incorporating yoga into daily life for achieving physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In a remarkable gesture of encouragement, **Dr. Sunil Narayan, Dean, JIPMER Karaikal**, not only addressed the participants on the significance of yoga but also actively joined and practiced the Common Yoga Protocol along with the participants.

To assess the immediate physiological impact of the session, **blood pressure and pulse rate measurements were recorded before and after the yoga practice for all participants**.

The programme was conducted successfully with active participation and enthusiasm from all attendees, reinforcing the message of holistic health and well-being through yoga.

22/06/2026

On 21st June 2026, International Day of Yoga (IDY), Dr. Dhanalakshmi, Convenor - Karaikal, IYA Puducherry halter conducted Yoga session for Indian Coast Guard station Karaikal Station Executive Officer Comdt R Manikandan, Commanding Officer ICGS Rani Durgavati, Commanding Officer ICGS C-435 and all officers participated madam. This program is organised in commemoration with IDY 2026

Program attended by Service personnel, their family members, office support staffs and CG Kindergarten school PTA committee members...

20/06/2026

The IYA Pondicherry chapter had a fruitful meeting about Puducherry chapter IDY events with Chairperson Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani Sir & Zonal cordinator Dr. Subramanian Ananda Venkata Sir.

16/06/2026

🌿 SEMINAR-CUM-WORKSHOP ON PRANA, YOGA & HEALTHY AGEING 🌿

A Yogic Approach to De-Ageing Through the Five Prana Vayus

As part of the celebrations for International Day of Yoga 2026, join us for a unique experiential session exploring how the ancient science of Yoga can help us age gracefully, maintain vitality and cultivate resilience throughout life.

✨ Experience practical techniques to harmonize the Five Prana Vayus:
🔹 Vyana – The Integrating Force
🔹 Samana – The Balancing Force
🔹 Apana – The Grounding Force
🔹 Prana – The Vitalizing Force
🔹 Udana – The Uplifting Force

Through mindful movement, breath awareness, sound resonance, relaxation and yogic insights, discover how balancing the Pranas can support regeneration, well-being and healthy ageing.

📅 Date: 18 June 2026 (Thursday)
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM IST
📍 Venue: Ananda Bhawan, 1st Cross, Iyyanar Nagar, Pondicherry – 13

🎙 Welcome Address: Yogacharya Nilachal (CEO, GITA)
🧘 Experiential Session: Yogasadhaki Dhivya Priya Bhavanani (PGDYT Student of ISCM, SBV; MD of GITA, Deputy Director of YOGNAT and Convenor of Youth Affairs - IYA Pondy)
❓ Interactive Question & Answer Session
🙏 Vote of Thanks by Yogacharya Nilachal

Organized by:
🌳 Gitananda Integrative Therapies Academy (GITA)
🕉️ ICYER, Ananda Ashram
💃 Yoganjali Natyalayam
🎼 Institute of Salutogenesis & Complementary Medicine
🌸 Indian Yoga Association (Puducherry Chapter)

📲 For registration and details, WhatsApp: +91 93841 23250

"Healthy ageing is not about adding years to life, but adding life to years through the harmonious flow of Prana."




Gitananda Integrative Therapies Academy Yoganjali Natyalayam-YOGNAT ICYER at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry Institute of Salutogenesis and Complementary Medicine IYA Puducherry Chapter Indian Yoga Association Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga Yogamaharishi Dr.Swami Gitananda Giri Guru Maharaj Ammaji Meenakshi Devi Bhavanani Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani Yogacharini Devasena Bhavanani Shanmugam Yoga Thilakam DrMeena Ramanathan Dayanidy G DrBalaji R AR Bhavanani DP Bhavanani

13/05/2026

08/05/2026

The School of Yoga Therapy, ISCM, Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV), in collaboration with the Hospice Convent of St. Cluny Old Age Home and the IYA Puducherry Chapter, successfully conducted an “Awareness Orientation Program in Yoga Therapy” today, 6th May 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Hospice Convent, Puducherry.

The program focused on promoting healthy aging, holistic wellbeing, and the therapeutic benefits of Yoga for the senior citizens residing at the old age home, fostering joy, relaxation, and positive health through simple yogic practices.

27/10/2025

🌸 Health Awareness Camp on Anemia through Yoga! 🌸

A special Health Awareness Camp was organized at Boomiyanpettai, Ward II for women suffering from anemia by
👩‍⚕️ Dr. Rajalakshmi, Medical Officer (Siddha), Rediyarpalayam PHC, & Convenor – Research, IYA Pondicherry Chapter.

🧘‍♂️ Dr. Balaji R, General Secretary, IYA Pondicherry Chapter & Assistant Professor, School of Yoga Therapy, ISCM, SBV, delivered an inspiring talk on:
✨ How to improve hemoglobin naturally
🥦 Dietary tips for anemia
💪 Boosting immunity & general health
🧘‍♀️ Lifestyle and Yogic techniques for overall wellbeing

The event was jointly organized by IYA Pondicherry Chapter & School of Yoga Therapy, ISCM, SBV, promoting integrative health and women’s wellness. 🌿

💫 Together, let’s spread awareness on how Yoga, nutrition, and lifestyle can help combat anemia and empower women’s health! 💫