Dr. Priti Bhongle was felicitated with the prestigious “Best Yoga Professional of the Year” award at the Six Sigma Healthcare Leadership Summit 2026, held at the iconic Taj Palace in New Delhi. The grand ceremony brought together the nation’s top medical professionals, military chiefs, policymakers, and celebrated icons to honor outstanding contributions to healthcare, wellness, and national service.
The event, initially scheduled to be graced by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, was adapted due to his commitments to the ongoing Bengal elections. Representing the Prime Minister’s vision for national health and wellness, Hon’ble Member of Parliament and veteran actress Smt. Hema Malini attended as the esteemed guest to present the awards, personally honoring Dr. Bhongle for her exceptional work in the field of Yoga The summit was marked by a deep sense of national pride, military grandeur, and cross-industry support. It witnessed the distinguished presence of the Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, alongside senior officials from the Indian Army, Navy, Air Force, and paramilitary forces.
The medical fraternity was powerfully represented by leaders such as Prof. (Dr.) Meenu Singh, Director & CEO of AIIMS Rishikesh. Adding to the event’s prestige, the audience was graced by a multitude of celebrated icons from Indian cinema, music, and sports. Receiving the award, Dr. Priti Bhongle expressed her gratitude: “I am deeply humbled to receive the ‘Best Yoga Professional of the Year’ honor in the presence of such esteemed dignitaries, celebrities, and the brave leaders of our armed forces.
This award is a testament to the transformative power of Yoga, and it reinforces my commitment to advancing holistic health and wellness across the nation.” Spearheaded by Dr. Pradeep Bhardwaj, CEO and Medical Director of Six Sigma Healthcare,
along with Dr. Arun Kumar, Center Head, the Six Sigma Healthcare Excellence Awards are among the most respected accolades in the region. The citation presented to Dr. Bhongle highlighted her “commendable contributions, passion, and remarkable efforts,” recognizing her as a leader actively scripting India’s changing healthcare narrative through the ancient science of Yoga.
Notable Dignitaries in Attendance: The high-profile event was attended by an array of notable personalities spanning various sectors, including:
● Political & Government Leaders:
○ Smt. Hema Malini: Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) and Classical
Dancer
○ Shri Tshering Thendup Bhutia: Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation,
Sikkim (Representing the Chief Minister of Sikkim)
○ Smt. Jaya Prada: Former Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and
Actress
● Armed Forces & Law Enforcement:
○ Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi: PVSM, AVSM, NM, Chief of the Naval Staff
(CNS)
○ Dr. Vinod Kumar: Director General of Police (DGP)
○ Major General Lisamma P.V: Additional Director General of the Military
Nursing Service (MNS)
○ Ms. Shahida Parveen: IPS, JKP
○ Dr. Raj Khatib: Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Crime Branch,
Mumbai
● Medical & Healthcare Leadership:
○ Dr. Pradeep Bhardwaj: CEO & Medical Director, Six Sigma Healthcare
○ Dr. Arun Kumar: Center Head, Six Sigma Healthcare
○ Prof. (Dr.) Meenu Singh: Director & CEO, AIIMS Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
● Entertainment & Sports Icons:
○ Rana Daggubati: Actor and Film Producer
○ Kailash Kher: Playback Singer
○ Daler Mehndi: Singer and Songwriter
○ Ranjeet: Actor and Film Producer
○ Sudha Chandran: Actress and Classical Dancer
○ Rajpal Yadav: Actor and Comedian
○ Ganesh Acharya: Film Choreographer
○ Vijay Ishwarlal Pawar (VIP): Standup Comedian and TV Actor
○ Prince Shantanu: Master Trainer and FFW Heavyweight Champion
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