Eminent Invited Guests

Padmashri Shri Rajesh Kotecha ji

Secretary of the Ministry of Ayush for the Government of India

Yoga Gurus

Eminent Speakers/Resource Persons

Dr S P Mishra

Dr S P Mishra

Ex-Officio | CEO, IYA PrCB
Dr. S P Mishra has done doctorate in philosophy from Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. He worked as Scientist at NDRI...

Mr Amit Garg

Mr Amit Garg

North Zone Coordinator
Haryana, Uttrakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan Madhya Pradesh, Delhi (UT)

About Sangoshti 2026

A celebration of the people who bring the vision of the Indian Yoga Association to life.

Bringing together Life Members, Associate Centres, Yoga Professional Members, and the wider yoga fraternity, Sangoshti provides a platform to reconnect, celebrate shared achievements, exchange ideas, and strengthen the collective journey of Yoga.

Open to all who believe in the transformative power of Yoga, the conclave reflects the harmonious confluence of Yoga’s timeless wisdom and its evolving relevance in today’s world. Rooted in philosophy and spirituality, yet increasingly influencing healthcare, education, research, public policy, and professional practice, Sangoshti explores this journey through four interconnected pillars:

🔬 Scientific Research

Exploring evidence, innovation, and the future of Yoga research.

📜 Philosophical Foundations

Revisiting the timeless wisdom that forms the basis of authentic Yoga.

🧘 Spiritual Practice

Experiencing Yoga as a path of inner transformation and self-discovery.

⚖️ Policy, Standards & Certification

Strengthening quality, professionalism, and the future of Yoga through robust frameworks.

Event Highlights

Experience meaningful dialogue, experiential learning, and collective reflection.

1

Inspiring Inaugural Session

2

Four Curated Panel Discussions

3

Interactive Dialogue with Eminent Experts

4

Experiential Yoga Sessions

5

Sanghkirtan

6

Cultural Evening

7

Networking & Collaboration Opportunities

8

Recognition of the IYA Community

9

Exchange of Ideas and Best Practices

Day 1 | Saturday, 12 September 2026

DAY 1

TIME SESSION
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Registration
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Inaugural Ceremony
 

On Dais:
Shri Subodh Tiwari, Secretary General, IYA

On Stage:

  • Maa Dr Hansaji Yogendra,
    Governing Council Member, IYA
  • Guruji Dr HR Nagendra,
    Governing Council Member, IYA
  • Swami Bharat Bhushan,
    Governing Council Member, IYA
  • Dr Ramesh Bijlani,
    Recipient of PM Yoga Award
  • Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha,
    Secretary, Ministry of Ayush
11:35 AM – 1:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Yoga in Modern Clinical Practice:
Clinical Trials, AI Posture Analysis &
Integrative Healthcare
 

Moderator:
Shri Subodh Tiwari, Secretary General, IYA

Panelists:

  • Guruji Dr H.R. Nagendra,
    Governing Council Member, IYA
  • Dr. Ramesh Bijlani,
    Recipient of PM Yoga Award
  • Prof. Rima Dada, AIIMS
  • Prof. (Dr.) Kashinath Samagandi,
    Director, MDNIY
  • Dr Susheel Sharma,
    Program Director, Integrated Cardiology Center,
    Ramakrishna Mission Sevashrama, Kankhal
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Lunch
2:15 PM – 2:30 PM Flute with Manik
2:35 PM – 4:00 PM
Beyond the Mat: The Philosophical Foundations of Yoga
 

Moderator:
Yogacharya Ganga Nandini, Parmarth Niketan

Panelists:

  • Yogacharya Dr. Shankarbhai Patel,
    Director, Tapovan Foundation
  • Yogacharya Dhakaram,
    Founder, YogaPeace Sansthan
  • Shri Vikas Tiwari,
    Joint Secretary, Madhya Pradesh State Chapter Committee
  • Dr Ajay Kumar Shastri,
    Jawaharlal Nehru University
4:15 PM – 4:30 PM
Setting Up a Yoga Centre in India:
A Complete Legal, Taxation & Compliance Guide
 

with Shri Bhupender Choudhary
4:45 PM – 5:30 PM
Q&A Session
 

Moderator:
Sadhwi Vasanti Iyer,
Director, Sri Sri School of Yoga

On Dais:
Maa Dr. Hansaji Yogendra,
Shri KC Jain,
Dr SP Mishra
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM Tea
6:00 PM – 6:30 PM Hasya Yog with Yogacharya Dhakaram
6:35 PM – 6:50 PM Yog Dance by Shoolini
7:00 PM – 7:15 PM YoGGarbA with Shri Anish Rangrej
7:30 PM – 8:15 PM Satsang with Maa Dr. Hansaji Yogendra
8:15 PM – 10:00 PM Dinner
Day 2 | Sunday, 13 September 2026

DAY 2

TIME SESSION
6:15 AM – 7:00 AM Bharat Yog Gati with Shri Amit Garg,
Mokshayatan Yog Sansthan
7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Yoga Session by Shri Navdeep Joshi,
Lal Bahadur Shastri University
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Bio-hacking & Yoga:
Merging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Health & Wellness
 

Moderator:
Shri Haridutt Mishra, Vice Chairperson, UPSCC

Panelists:

  • Dr BS Dabral,
    Member, Standing Publication Sub-Committee
  • Shri Kushal Roy Joy,
    Founder, JOYSAN Yoga & Wellness Center,
    Bangladesh
  • Dr Amit Singh, SVYASA
  • Smt R.H. Lata,
    Independent Director at Instrumentation Limited
    under the Ministry of Heavy Industries,
    Government of India
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Krida Yoga by Shri A Subramanian (Subbu Bhaiya)
11:05 AM – 12:30 PM
The Certified Creator:
Building a Global High-Impact Career through
Authentic Yoga Standards
 

Moderator:
Shri Nideesh Kumar Yadav, Director, Shoolini

Panelists:

  • Dr Pradyumn Singh Shekhawat,
    Head of the Institute, Yoga Certification Board
  • Dr SP Mishra, CEO, PrCB
  • Shri Ajay Dubey,
    Standing Academic and Accreditation Committee Member
  • Shri Pankaj Bhagat,
    Secretary, West Bengal State Chapter Committee
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Zonal Reports by Coordinators
 

  • Shri Amit Garg (North)
  • Shri A Subramanian (South)
  • Shri Pankaj Bhagat (East)
  • Shri Vishwanath Mahajan (West)
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM
Award Ceremony & Valedictory
 

with Maa Dr Hansaji Yogendra,
Shri KC Jain,
Dr SP Mishra

Who Should Attend?

Specially curated for members of the Indian Yoga Association and the global yoga fraternity.

Life Members
Associate Centres
Yoga Professional Members
Member Institutions
Yoga Teachers & Practitioners
Researchers & Academicians
Yoga Students
Wellness Professionals
Healthcare Professionals
Policymakers
Spiritual Seekers
Anyone committed to Yoga