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Chicagoland Lights Up with the Largest

International Yoga Day Celebration”

OUR BUREAU
Chicago, IL

n a sun-kissed Sunday morn-
ing, June 14, 2026, the Naper-
Oville Yard Sports Complex in
Illinois transformed into a vibrant tap-
estry of mindfulness, movement, and
melody. Thousands gathered for what
became Chicagoland’s largest-ever
International Yoga Day celebration,
a heartfelt tribute to the ancient prac- in spreading the timeless wisdom and
tice that continues to heal bodies, transformative practices of yoga and
calm minds, and bridge communities meditation to promote peace, well-
across the globe. Organized by Mind- ness, and holistic living. In recognition
ful Meditation Yoga under the vision- of her extraordinary contributions to
ary leadership of Anu Malhotra, the the community, she was honored with
event was more than a gathering it was multiple prestigious awards, which
a living, breathing expression of unity, were presented by AMEC leadership.
wellness, and collective awakening. A magical interlude followed as
From the moment seating began nath Ghosh (who arrived later), May- service, she has inspired thousands the “Angel Moves” performance un-
at 9:30 AM, an electric yet serene an- or of Naperville Scott Wehrli and First through her unwavering commitment folded. Exceptional vocalist Anil Jha,
ticipation filled the air. Attendees set- Lady Linda Wehrli, and Councilwom- to yoga as a path to holistic living. Her accompanied by Navneet Malhotra
tled onto mats and chairs, exchanging an Supna Jain. Gratitude poured out address energized the crowd, remind- and Prashant Kurdukar, filled the air
warm smiles as volunteers assured for valued partners including GSA ing everyone why they had come to- with divine invocation while the Inter-
everyone felt welcomed. By 9:45 Global Eye Magazine & the Amer- gether. Dr. Vijay Prabhakar, founder national Day of Yoga Officers Lead-
AM, the pre-celebration ignited with ican Multi Ethnic Commission, FIA of the American Multiethnic Com- ership Team joined the stage, creating
the soul-stirring Yoga Geet “Sang Chicago, United Punjabis of Amer- mission and Chairman of Global Eye a visual symphony of peace, love, joy,
sang chalo,” performed by a talent- ica,Dr Nitin Malhotra & Dr Neil Magazine USA, followed with inspir- and collective wellness.
ed ensemble led by Vipul Srivastava, Malhotra of Expert Pain Physicians ing words that reinforced the event’s Dignitaries took center stage next.
Bhakti Yoga program director. Sing- Group, Dr Paula Malhitra of SKN theme of unity across cultures. Mayor Scott Wehrli and First Lady
ers including Bharat Malhotra, San- Institute, Tanishq USA, Dr. Sailesh & A deeply moving highlight of the Linda Wehrli shared warm reflections,
jiv Saraswat, Mamta Joshi, Shivam Mayuri Zavery, Dr. Rishi Malhotra, celebration was the special recogni- joined by Councilwoman Supna Jain.
Vishwanathan, Manjoo Srivastava, Rajat Sahani of Shimla Peppers, and tion bestowed upon Anu Malhotra, The atmosphere reached a pinnacle
Reeta Hoskote, Anu Saraswat, Neel many community organizations like Founder and President of Mindful during the Seva Ratna Award presen-
Sukhadia, and Jigna Pathak, accom- Sewa International, Arya Samaj of Meditation Yoga, by Dr. Vijay Pra- tation. Rajat Sahani, owner of Shimla
panied by Prashant Kurdukar on gui- Chicagoland, A3N Media, Indian Di- bhakar, Chairman of GSA Global Eye Peppers, was honored for his gener-
tar, Navneet Malhotra on keyboard, aspora Connect, and Hindu Swayam Magazine USA & founder of AMEC.. ous contribution of complimentary
and sound engineer Saif Ali, created Sevak Sangh. In his inspiring address, Dr. Prabha- lunch for all participants. Dignitar-
ripples of vibrant energy that seemed Anu Malhotra, Founder and kar spoke glowingly of Anu Malho- ies presented the trophy to him and
to dance across the field and beyond. President of Mindful Meditation tra’s unwavering dedication to self- Meenakshi Sahani in recognition of
Dr. Radhika Chimata, the grace- Yoga, received a thunderous welcome. less service, acknowledging her more their outstanding service.
ful Master of Ceremonies, set a warm With over three decades of selfless than three decades of tireless efforts The sacred lamp lighting ceremo-
and inclusive tone. Her welcome ad- ny followed, symbolizing the awak-
dress painted a vivid picture of grat- ening of inner light and higher con-
itude for the sea of participants join- sciousness. Partners and dignitaries,
ing millions worldwide in this global including representatives from FIA
movement toward peace and well-be- Chicago, United Punjabis of America,
ing. She highlighted Mindful Medita- Expert Pain Physicians Group, Tan-
tion Yoga’s long-standing dedication ishq USA, and others, stepped for-
to self-care, inner growth, and the ward to light the lamps together. As
profound truth that individual trans- flames flickered to life, the musical
formation strengthens our intercon- team performed the Yoga National
nectedness with family, community, Anthem, creating a profoundly mov-
and society. ing moment. Dr. Radhika Chimata
The program flowed seamlessly and Nilabh ensured smooth coordina-
into heartfelt acknowledgments of tion, while partners received heartfelt
dignitaries and partners. Special wel- thanks for their support.
comes went to Consul General Som- -- Asian Media USA

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