International Conference
on Yoga & Holistic Health
"The National Institute of Holistic Health (NIH), Shri Swaminarayan Ashram, in collaboration with SKM Yoga and GLG Yoga, Vietnam, organized the International Conference on Yoga and Holistic Health at Shri Swaminarayan Ashram, Rishikesh, on February 7th and 8th, 2026."
The Grand Opening
The conference was inaugurated by Chief Guest Padmashree Indra Agus Udayan from Bali, Indonesia.
Supreme President Sunil Bhagat
Swaminarayan Ashram
Special Guests
- Dr. Yogrishi VishvketuFounder, Akhand Yoga Institute
- Yogi Naveen JoshiRenowned Yoga Expert
- Acharya PrasannaSpiritual Leader
- Pinky SlagerExpert from France
Lighting the Eternal Lamp
The auspicious program was inaugurated with the lighting of the lamp by NIH Chairman Dr. Vinod Kashyap, Patron Ravindra Singh Dawas, Dr. Mahendra Kumar Taneja, Acharya Chandrashekhar Shastri, and Shri Pushkar Mishra.
Honors &
Recognition
Yogacharyas, teachers, and Naturopaths making outstanding contributions were honored with Gold Medals and Mementos.
Distinguished Speakers
Numerous research scholars presented their innovative research papers, adding academic depth to the holistic health summit.
Cultural Evening
Dr. Smriti Vaghela presented "Krishnapriya Meera" and her team performed a soul-stirring Hanuman Chalisa.
Delegates from 8+ Countries
Netherlands, Romania, France, Germany, Thailand, Italy, Indonesia, and various parts of India.
6:00 AM Daily Yoga @ Ganga Ghats
followed by Evening Ganga Aarti
Conclusion & Gratitude
At the closing ceremony, Mrs. Universe Namrata Shukla presented certificates and honored Dr. Pawan Chauhan (NIOS), world-renowned Yogaguru Dhakaram Ji, Shri Pravendra Dahiya ji, and Dr. Rajeev Kumar.
NIH Chairman Dr. Vinod Kashyap thanked all participants and expressed special gratitude to Dr. Ishwara Acharya (MDNIY) for logo support.
Seminars Organized
By NIH in the last five years, strengthening the global holistic community.
"Dr. Shivam Mishra, founder of SKM Yoga, provided unexpected support in making the event a success."
The Journey Continues
#Vietnam Conference
Jointly organized with NIH and S.K.M. Yoga. We cordially invite you to join this international summit.
Rishikesh Health Expo
A grand international conference and health expo at the Shri Swaminarayan Ashram.
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