The country’s first yoga policy was launched in Uttarakhand today. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that this policy has been prepared with the aim of establishing Uttarakhand as a global capital in the field of yoga and wellness. Addressing the program organised on International Yoga Day at Bhararisain in Gairsain, the summer capital of Uttarakhand today, Mr Dhami said, a subsidy of up to 20 lakh rupees is being provided for developing yoga and meditation centres in the state.

The Chief Minister said that a provision of a grant up to 10 lakh rupees has also been made to promote research in the field of yoga, meditation and naturopathy in the state. He said that the state government is determined to establish five new yoga hubs in the state by 2030. He said that by March 2026, the availability of yoga services will also be ensured in all AYUSH Health and Wellness Centres in the state.