Award Announcement
Kshemavana Naturopathy and Yoga Center, located on the outskirts of Bengaluru, Karnataka, was honoured with the Asia Excellence & Leadership Award 2026 under the category “The Premier Wellness Center in Asia.” The award recognises the centre’s outstanding contribution to holistic healthcare, preventive medicine, and wellness excellence across Asia.
Ceremony Details
The award was conferred during the Asia Excellence & Leadership Awards 2026 ceremony held on July 24, 2026 at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Dwarka, New Delhi. The event was organised by Insights Success and powered by the Insights Excellence Awards (IEA) 2026. Renowned actress Bhagyashree Patwardhan presented the award as the Chief Guest, in the presence of distinguished leaders from healthcare, education, business, and corporate sectors.
Institutional Background
Established under the visionary guidance of Padma Vibhushan Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade, President of SDM Educational Society, Kshemavana has emerged as one of India’s leading naturopathy and yoga‑based wellness destinations. The centre occupies 23 acres of lush greenery and delivers an integrated approach to health through evidence‑based naturopathy, yoga therapy, Ayurveda‑inspired lifestyle practices, nutrition therapy, hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, acupuncture, and other holistic wellness programmes.
Services and Impact
The centre’s multidisciplinary team provides preventive and drug‑free healing for lifestyle disorders, stress‑related illnesses, obesity, musculoskeletal conditions, metabolic disorders, and other chronic health concerns. It has served thousands of individuals, contributed to wellness education, corporate health initiatives, public awareness programmes, and research‑driven holistic healthcare.
Leadership Quote
Wellness Officer Dr. Narendra K. Shetty expressed gratitude, stating that the recognition is a “proud milestone for the entire Kshemavana family,” reflecting the centre’s commitment to world‑class holistic healthcare rooted in India’s naturopathy and yoga traditions while embracing scientific evidence and global standards. He dedicated the honour to Padma Vibhushan Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade and affirmed that the award motivates the centre to further strengthen its mission of creating a healthier and happier world through natural healing.
Significance
The award underscores Kshemavana’s role in promoting integrative, preventive, and sustainable healthcare and enhances awareness of naturopathy and holistic wellness across Asia and beyond.