International Day of Yoga Celebration (Yoga for Humanity)

21 June, 2022

Recognising a slew of benefits of the ancient Indian practice of Yoga, the International community decided to observe June 21 as International Yoga Day. The year 2022 marks the 8th annual International Yoga Day. This year’s theme is “Yoga for Humanity”, which means yoga for the health of all.

The program got a quick and admirable start with the live streaming of the Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi addressing the nation with the benefits and importance of Yoga and its linkage with India's history. An enthusiastic yoga session was done afterwards with Mr Shivam Verma being the instructor. All the professors and students participated in the session with full zeal. The day got enlightened with the presence of our esteemed Principal Sir.  224 students and faculty members participated in this session and resolved to make yoga a part of their daily life.

Key Features:

  • Organizing Department: National Service Scheme (NSS), VGEC
  • Instructor: Mr. Shivam Verma, NSS Volunteer
  • Duration : 6th to 21stJune 2022 (6.30 to 8.00 am)
  • Venue: E Block, VGEC
  • No. of Participants: 224
  • Event Coordinator: Prof. A. H. Dafda

Discussion Points:

  • Importance of Yoga
  • Indian History and its linkage with Yoga
  • Various aasans like gaumukhasan, vakrasan, shashankasan
  • Performing Surya Namaskar and yogic jogging
  • Pranayams like bhramari pranayama, anulomvilom and kumbhak

Glimpses