The 12th International Yoga Day will be celebrated on June 21, 2026.
The theme for the day is 'Yoga for Healthy Aging' (स्वस्थ वृद्धावस्था के लिए योग).
Scientific publications on 'yoga in aging' have increased significantly over the past decade.
In 2014, 183 research papers were published on this subject.
By 2025, the number of publications reached 1,207.
The publication count crossed 500 in 2020 and has seen consistent growth since.
India's 'silver economy' (senior care market) is valued at approximately ₹73,000 crore.
This market encompasses healthcare, wellness services, rehabilitation, assisted living, digital health, and elderly care.
The market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years.
The global demographic of people aged 45-64 is emerging as a major consumer class.
The AYUSH Ministry has developed an evidence-based protocol of '10 yoga asanas for non-communicable diseases and targeted groups'.
This includes a dedicated protocol for the elderly population.
The protocol focuses on improving flexibility, balance, mobility, breathing, and mental well-being through age-appropriate, easy yoga practices.
The Ministry is promoting a new initiative called 'Yoga 365' to encourage daily yoga practice.
The initiative aims to use technology-based platforms and easy-to-learn modules for home practice.
Another initiative, 'Yoga Samavesh', aims to make yoga accessible to vulnerable and deprived sections of society.
It includes programs like chair yoga, light asanas, and community-level health yoga sessions.
The government's SAGE (Seniorcare Aging Growth Engine) scheme encourages innovation, entrepreneurship, and start-up participation in elderly care solutions.
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