The Institute celebrated International Yoga Day 2026 with a series of outreach and awareness programmes under the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing.” The activities highlighted the role of yoga in promoting physical health, mental well-being, and healthy ageing. The Department of Swasthavritta Evam Yoga organized month-long yoga sessions at the Institute, the Satellite Hospital at Chikkamagaluru, Deccan Valley International School at Mahadevarahalli, Korvangala Village (the Institute’s adopted village), and the Central Jail for the inmates, reaching diverse sections of the community. A Walkathon was conducted on 19 June 2026 to create awareness about the importance of yoga and healthy lifestyle practices. The Institute also participated in the district-level mass yoga demonstration held at the District Stadium, Hassan. A Valedictory Programme was held on 21 June 2026 at the Institute campus, marking the successful completion of the celebrations. As part of the outreach activities, experts from the Institute delivered a radio talk highlighting the benefits of yoga in promoting health, preventing lifestyle disorders, and supporting healthy ageing. Through these initiatives, the Institute reaffirmed its commitment to promoting yoga as an effective tool for preventive healthcare, healthy ageing, and overall well-being.