The Haryana government has launched a time-bound initiative to introduce a daily five-minute “Y-Break” or Yoga Break at workplaces across industrial units in the state.
The programme follows Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s Budget Announcement for 2026-27, which proposed a daily yoga break for workers in industrial units.
Additional Chief Secretary of the AYUSH Department, Dr Sumita Misra, said the initiative is aimed at improving the physical, mental and emotional well-being of employees and creating a healthier and less stressful work environment.
One trained employee for every 50 workers
Under the programme, each industrial unit will organise yoga camps and training sessions for employees. Every unit will select one or two workers for training within a month, with at least one trained facilitator for every 50 workers.
For factories operating in shifts, at least one trained employee will be available for every 50 workers in each shift.
The trained employees will conduct the five-minute sessions with guidance from Yoga Sahayaks.
The AYUSH Department has asked the Industries and Commerce Department to circulate the advisory among industrial units and industry associations and ensure its implementation within the prescribed timeline.
Misra said the General Manager of the District Industries Centre in each district will coordinate with the District Ayurveda Officer to prepare schedules for the yoga camps and training sessions.
Yoga, breathing exercises and meditation
The five-minute Y-Break will include simple yoga asanas, pranayama and meditation techniques. According to the department, the routine does not require any special equipment or infrastructure and can be practised at the workplace.
The protocol has been developed by the Ministry of AYUSH and is intended to help employees reduce stress, regain focus and improve overall well-being.
Workers will also be encouraged to use the official Y-Break mobile application and instructional videos for guided sessions.
Participation to remain voluntary
The government has clarified that participation in the Y-Break programme will be voluntary.
Industrial units have been advised to ensure that the sessions are conducted safely and do not interfere with normal workplace operations.
The advisory also calls for awareness campaigns to highlight the health benefits of yoga and encourage workers to make the five-minute break part of their daily routine.
