Evaluating the Role of Corporate Yoga in Shaping Organizational Culture: A Pilot Study in the Pune Region Rupesh Thate Research Scholar, Dr. DY Patil School of Management, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra, India Shreekala Bachhav Associate Professor, Dr. DY Patil School of Management, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra India http://orcid.org/0000-0003-0799-2076 Rohit A. Mohite Research Scholar, Dr. DY Patil School of Management, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra, India http://orcid.org/0000-0003-1687-491X Anandsingh S Rajawat Research Scholar, MGV's Institute of management & research, Nashik, MAharashtra, India http://orcid.org/0009-0006-0092-9516 DOI: https://doi.org/10.70805/ija-care.v9i2.732 Keywords: Corporate Yoga, HR practices, Organizational Culture, Wellness, Workplace stress Abstract This pilot study examines the influence of corporate yoga programs on organizational culture among medium-to-large enterprises in the Pune region of India. Leveraging a mixed-methods approach, the research integrates qualitative feedback and quantitative data from 120 corporate professionals across IT, manufacturing, and services sectors. The study investigates yoga’s impact on cultural dimensions including employee well-being, communication, stress levels, and leadership dynamics. Findings suggest a statistically significant correlation between regular yoga engagement and enhanced organizational values, team cohesion, and workplace morale. The research advances the discourse on workplace wellness by proposing a framework linking yogic practices with Schein’s model of organizational culture. This study offers practical insights for HR professionals, wellness consultants, and leadership coaches aiming to integrate holistic health programs in the corporate space. pdf Published 2025-06-21 Issue Vol 9 No 2 (2025): April-June 2025 Section Short Communication
