Bhopal, May 18 -- As wellness tourism gains momentum across India, Madhya Pradesh is quietly making its mark by integrating yoga into its travel experiences. With around 65 tourism units across the state - and one in Mumbai - the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board is weaving yoga into its broader vision of holistic travel.

Currently, yoga classes are operational in nearly 15 of these units, with plans to expand based on demand. Tourism unit managers have been directed to introduce yoga sessions wherever feasible and to hire local yoga experts for the task.

"While promoting Madhya Pradesh Tourism, we also include yoga as a key component," said Principal Secretary of the Tourism Department, Sheo Shekhar Shukla told The Pioneer.

"Yoga reflects ou...