The Second International Day of Yoga was celebrated in Mauritius on a grand scale on June 19, 2016 with the participation of over 1300 Yoga enthusiasts at a stadium in Bambous area. H.E. Mr. Paramasivum Pillay Vyapoory, Vice-President of Mauritius was the Chief Guest. Other Mauritian Ministers who participated in the celebrations were Mr. Anil Kumarsingh Gayan, Minister of Health and Quality of Life and Mr. Yogida Sawmynaden; Minister of Youth and Sports.

The International Day of Yoga and International Day of Music was organized at the Indira Gandhi Centre for Indian Culture (IGCIC) and over 300 persons attended it. Her Excellency, Dr. (Ms.) Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, President of Mauritius was the Chief Guest. A cultural programme and a programme dedicated to Yoga entitled "Flow Yoga" was staged by the artists from the IGCIC and Mahatma Gandhi Institute.

Chief Guest Mr. Paramasivum Pillay Vyapoory, Vice President of Mauritius on Second International Day of Yoga on 19th June, 2016.

Mr. Anil Kumarsingh Gayan, Minister of Health & Quality of Life on Second International Day of Yoga on 19th June, 2016

Dr (Ms.) Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, President of Mauritius, addressing the audience on Second International Day of Yoga and Music at the Indira Gandhi Centre for Indian Culture (IGCIC) on June 21, 2016