CNN Central News & Network-ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Bhopal: The 12th International Yoga Day was celebrated with enthusiasm at Scope Global Skills University (SGSU), Bhopal. Organised by the university’s School of Education and Training, the programme was centred on the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing.” Held at Vanmali Auditorium, the event aimed to raise awareness about yoga among students, faculty members and staff, while highlighting the importance of physical health, mental balance, and an active and healthy lifestyle.
The programme began at 8 am with the welcome of yoga expert Dr Ruchi Shukla of Barkatullah University, Bhopal. In her inspiring address, she described yoga not merely as exercise, but as a holistic way of life. She said regular yoga practice strengthens flexibility, balance, immunity and emotional well-being. Yoga is especially beneficial for senior citizens, she said, as it is an effective means of preventing lifestyle-related diseases, managing stress and improving quality of life. She urged all participants to make yoga an integral part of their daily lives.
A practical yoga session was also held during the programme, in which participants practised stretching exercises, various yogasanas, pranayama and meditation. A positive, energetic and inspiring atmosphere prevailed throughout the session. Students and faculty members participated enthusiastically and described yoga as an important means towards a healthy and balanced life.
On the occasion, SGSU Chancellor Dr Siddharth Chaturvedi said, “Yoga is a priceless gift of India’s ancient knowledge tradition, which today is showing the world the path to healthy living. At a time when the lives of young people are filled with speed, stress and competition, yoga is emerging as the most effective means of maintaining physical and mental balance. At SGSU, our effort is not limited only to skill and career building, but we give equal importance to the holistic personality development of students, mental health and a disciplined lifestyle. Events like yoga make students stronger from within and more aware towards life.”
University Kulguru Dr Vijay Singh said, “The purpose of education is not only to impart knowledge, but also to build a healthy, balanced and responsible citizen. Yoga establishes harmony between the body, mind and soul, and gives life a positive direction. Events such as International Yoga Day promote health awareness, self-discipline and concentration among students. We are pleased that the university family actively participated in this event and imbibed the message of yoga.”
Registrar Dr Sitesh Kumar Sinha said, “Yoga is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle and its relevance for today’s generation has increased more than ever before. Through such events, the university is committed to promoting health, discipline and positive thinking among students and employees. A theme like ‘Yoga for Healthy Ageing’ reminds us that yoga not only improves the present, but also paves the way for long-term health and a dignified life.”
The programme was coordinated by Dr Sanju Sharma and the team of the School of Education and Training. Their efficient leadership and coordinated efforts ensured the successful and orderly conduct of the event. The programme saw notable participation from the university administration, faculty members, staff and students.
At the conclusion of the programme, Dr Vinod Kumar Sharma delivered the vote of thanks and expressed gratitude to the chief speaker, the university administration, faculty members, staff and students. He said the event had succeeded in widely spreading the message of healthy living, mental peace and active ageing through yoga.
Dean Academics Dr V.K. Gupta, DSW Dr Vinod Kumar Sharma and programme coordinator Dr Sanju Sharma made important contributions to the successful organisation of the event.
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