Naperville, IL – June 14, 2026: Thousands of participants gathered at the Naperville Yard Sports Complex for one of Chicagoland’s largest International Yoga Day celebrations, organized by Mindful Meditation Yoga under the leadership of Anu Malhotra in collaboration with the Consulate General of India in Chicago.

Thousands gather for International Dah of Yoga in Naperville, Illinois, the largest in Chicagoland, June 14, 2026. ALL PHOTOS: Asian Media USA

The event brought together community leaders, elected officials, yoga enthusiasts, and families for a day dedicated to wellness, mindfulness, and unity. The program featured inspiring musical performances, yoga-themed cultural presentations, a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, and a large-scale yoga and meditation session led by Anu Malhotra.

Lamp lighting ceremony for the International Day of Yoga celebration June d14, 2026, in Naperville, Ill.

Distinguished guests included Consul General of India Somnath Ghosh, Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli, First Lady Linda Wehrli, and Councilwoman Supna Jain, along with representatives from numerous community organizations and partner groups, Asian Media USA said in a press release.

Anu Malhotra being recognized for her several decades of dedication to yoga, by India’s Consul General in Chicago Somnath Ghosh, at IDY held in Naperville, Ill., June 14, 2026.

Special recognition for Anu Malhotra for her dedication to Yoga.

A special highlight of the event was the recognition of Malhotra by Dr. Vijay Prabhakar, Chairman of GSA Global Eye Magazine USA and Founder of the American Multiethnic Commission (AMEC), for her more than three decades of dedicated service promoting yoga, meditation, and holistic wellness.

The celebration also featured the presentation of the Seva Ratna Award to Rajat Sahani and Meenakshi Sahani of Shimla Peppers for their generous community service and sponsorship of lunch for all attendees.