GOPIO organizes webinar on Diaspora Indians Aging Gracefully
The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO International) hosted its June 2026 webinar, “Diaspora Indians – Aging Gracefully,” on June 13th, 2026. Held virtually, the webinar brought together service providers to Diaspora seniors, Ayurvedic and Yoga professionals, and dietician/nutritionist as speakers from around the USA.
GOPIO International Chairman Dr. Abraham Thomas welcomed participants and highlighted the organization’s global reach and advocacy for the Indian diaspora and its achievements in promoting dual nationality.
GOPIO International President Mr. Prakash Shah mentioned about GOPIO’s monthly webinars and informed about a biennial convention to be held at Garware Club in Mumbai, India, on December 18 through 20, 2026.
Mr. Mukund Mehta, President of India Home, Inc. (Queens, New York City) and Chair, GOPIO Council on Seniors was the moderator. He described previous monthly webinars very informative and interesting.
The distinguished panel of speakers included Dr. Vasundhara Kalasapudi, Founder and Executive Director of India Home; Dr. Jaya Daptardar, Ayurvedic doctor and Healthcare Executive; Ms. Preeti Singh, Non-profit leader and Program Director of SASA, a service of the Ektaa Center, Irvine, California, and Co-Chair, GOPIO Council of Seniors; Ms. Rita Batheja, Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with Integrative and Functional Medicine; and Mr. Tirlok Malik, Emee nominated Filmmaker and Founder of Happy Life Yoga and Ayurveda Wellness.
