Varanasi, June 20, 2026: Marking the 12th International Day of Yoga, the Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group), a leading FMCG conglomerate and multi business corporation, organized a Yoga session at the historic Mahanirvani Ghat in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The event witnessed participation from local residents, tourists, pilgrims and yoga practitioners, reaffirming the growing importance of yoga as a pathway to holistic well-being.
During the activity, trained yoga instructors guided participants through a series of asanas, pranayama and meditation exercises. The celebration also featured an interactive discussion on the role of yoga in addressing meaningful lifestyle. Participants also engaged with yoga experts on topics such as stress management, flexibility, weight management, mental wellness and healthy ageing, making the session both informative and impactful.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Prabhakant Jain, General Manager, Sustainability and CSR, DS Group, said, “Yoga is one of India's most enduring gifts to the world. At DS Group, we seek not only to preserve the holiness of the Ganga through our contribution in Namami Gange initiative but also to promote practices that enhance community well-being at large. International Day of Yoga provides an opportunity to reconnect with our cultural heritage while encouraging healthier, more mindful and sustainable lifestyles. Through such initiatives, we are proud to contribute to the vision of a healthier, cleaner society and more vibrant Ganga."
About DS Group
The DS Group (Dharampal Satyapal Group) is a one of the leading FMCG conglomerates and a Multi-Business Corporation with a strong Indian and International presence. Founded in the year 1929, it is an inspiring and successful business story that blends a remarkable history and legacy with visionary growth. It has an extensive and diverse portfolio with presence in Food and Beverage, Confectionery, Mouth Freshener, Hospitality, Agri, Luxury Retail businesses, and other investments. Catch, Pulse, Pass Pass, Silver Pearls, Ksheer, Rajnigandha, Ovino, L’Opera, Le Marche, Birthright, LuvIt, Chingles, Golmol, Namah are some of the leading brands, the Group proudly shelters today.
As a corporate, DS Group is guided by a clear set of values that are built on a strong foundation of collective good to give back to society and protect the planet. The DS Headquarters has been awarded Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certification, under the USGBC (US Green Building Council) existing building O&M (Operation and Maintenance) program version 4.0. The DS Headquarters has also received LEED Zero Carbon Certification, by the USGBC. DS Group has aligned its financial performance with global ESG priorities with the launch of a pioneering Double Materiality Assessment across all businesses. Further demonstrating its environmental leadership, the DS Group has a water positivity index at 1.8 across its business units in 30 locations of India.