New Delhi, June 18, 2026: South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) organized an engaging “Yoga Chit Challenge” at its headquarters in Bilaspur on June 18, 2026, as part of the ongoing SECL Yoga Mahotsav 2026 celebrations leading up to the International Day of Yoga 2026. The initiative aimed to encourage employees to embrace yoga as a daily practice while promoting health awareness, workplace wellness, and holistic well-being.
The event was organized in alignment with this year’s International Day of Yoga theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” and witnessed enthusiastic participation from SECL officers and employees, with a particularly strong turnout from women employees.
Interactive Yoga Challenge Encourages Active Participation
The Yoga Chit Challenge featured a unique and interactive format designed to make yoga both enjoyable and educational. Participants randomly selected chits from a specially prepared Yoga Chit Box, with each chit containing a specific yoga posture (asana), pranayama technique, or yoga-related challenge.
Participants enthusiastically performed the assigned activities, demonstrating teamwork, confidence, and a shared commitment to adopting healthier lifestyles through regular yoga practice.
Expert Guidance by Art of Living Yoga Instructor
The session was conducted by Mr. Pritpal Singh Gumber, a certified Yoga Instructor from The Art of Living, who guided participants through various yoga postures and breathing exercises.
During the programme, he emphasized the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of practicing yoga on a regular basis. He encouraged employees to integrate yoga into their everyday routines to achieve a balanced lifestyle, reduce stress, improve flexibility, and enhance overall well-being.
Promoting Health, Positivity, and Workplace Well-Being
Throughout the event, participants displayed remarkable enthusiasm, energy, and a healthy competitive spirit while reaffirming their commitment to making yoga an integral part of their lives.
According to SECL, the primary objective of the activity was to:
- Promote health awareness among employees.
- Foster positivity and wellness in the workplace.
- Encourage the adoption of a healthy and balanced lifestyle through yoga.
- Inspire employees to prioritize both physical fitness and mental well-being.
Participants Honored with Appreciation Gifts
At the conclusion of the programme, participants received attractive goodies as tokens of appreciation in recognition of their enthusiastic participation and commitment to promoting healthy living.
Part of SECL Yoga Mahotsav 2026
The Yoga Chit Challenge is one of several activities being organized under SECL Yoga Mahotsav 2026 in the lead-up to the International Day of Yoga, observed annually on June 21.
Through this series of initiatives, SECL aims to increase awareness about the importance of yoga among its employees and their families while encouraging a culture of healthy living, mindfulness, and holistic wellness across the organization.
With innovative employee engagement programmes such as the Yoga Chit Challenge, SECL continues to reinforce its commitment to creating a healthier, happier, and more productive workplace while supporting the nationwide celebration of International Day of Yoga 2026.