The Prime Minister’s Awards for Yoga are being proposed to be given each year for exemplary contribution in the field of Yoga towards the development and promotion of Yoga, The award would be given annually on the occasion of International Day of Yoga (IDY),
United Nations General Assembly has declared 21st June as International Day of Yoga (IDY) commonly referred to as Yoga Day,
The Prime Minister’s Awards for Yoga to be given in two categories – National (given to entities of Indian origin) and International (given to entities of Indian or foreign origin), The awards to be given to entities with an impeccable track record and outstanding contributions to the promotion and development of Yoga
The name of the winners to be announced by the end of 2024, winners will be felicitated by means of a Trophy, Certificate and a Cash Award of Rs 25 Lakh
The applicants / nominees who have a rich experience in and a deep understanding of Yoga, with minimum 20 years of service with an impeccable track record and outstanding contribution to the promotion and development of Yoga, under the age of 40 are eligible to apply,
Selections to be done by the Screening Committee which shall be constituted every year by the Ministry of Ayush. The Screening Committee shall comprise 4 members including a Chairperson and the Evaluation Committee (Jury) that shall comprise 7 members including a Chairperson,
Last date for submission of entries is 30th June 2024, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
