To mark the 12th International Day of Yoga, Chennai Port Authority yesterday organized a grand-scale yoga demonstration at the iconic West Quay IV, located near the Cruise Terminal. The scenic waterfront venue provided a serene backdrop as the port officials gathered at sunrise to perform the Common Yoga Protocol. The yoga demonstration was also extended to the employees in the Tug and at Sri Ramanujam Training centre focusing on Workplace Yoga for healthy aging.
Shri Sachin S Kurve, Chairperson of Chennai Port Authority and Kamarajar Port Limited, addressed the gathering, emphasising on the necessity of practising yoga for sustaining the physical vitality, mental clarity, and independent living as the years progress. Shri S.Viswanathan, IAS, Deputy Chairperson, Smt. Anugraha P, Chief Vigilance Officer, Heads of Department and Officials of Chennai Port Authority participated in the event.
The mass event in Chennai was held alongwith the main national celebration led by the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in Kolkata.
Emphasizing the vital need for stress management and physical health in high-stamina maritime operations, Chennai Port Authority integrated a dedicated session on Workplace Yoga on 19th June 2026. This segment featured specialized, short-duration stretching and breathing techniques specifically tailored for corporate desk workers, dock labourers, and operational staff to practice right at their workstations, boosting overall workplace productivity and mental clarity.
Expanding the reach of the celebration to the younger generation, a vibrant contingent of students and teachers from the Chennai Port and Dock Educational Trust School actively participated in the celebrations, on 19th June 2026.
The celebrations concluded with a deep reflection on the essence of Yoga-which translates to the union of mind, body, and consciousness. This year's global celebrations beautifully aligned with the official theme, "Yoga for Healthy Aging." As global life expectancy rises, the practice of yoga serves as an exceptional, non-invasive tool for preventive healthcare. It fosters physical mobility, mental resilience, and emotional stability, allowing individuals to age gracefully, maintain their independence, and enjoy a high quality of life well into their senior years.