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The Hindu
10 hours ago
- Health
- The Hindu
International Yoga Day observed at CUK
The Central University of Kerala (CUK) celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga with fervour at its campus in Periya on Saturday (June 21). The programme, organised by the Department of Yoga Studies and aligned with the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health', drew around 300 participants, including faculty, students, staff, and members from nearby institutions. The programme was presided over by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Siddu P. Algur. In his presidential address, Prof. Algur underscored CUK's unwavering commitment to commemorating International Yoga Day over the past eleven years. He also referred to the large-scale national and global celebrations of Yoga Day - including the Common Yoga Protocol being performed at over one lakh locations, the Yoga Bandhan initiative, the ten signature events, and the Yoga Sangam, all of which reflect the rising international acceptance and integration of yoga as both a health discipline and cultural heritage. Chief guest Prof. K. Krishna Sharma, former Professor at the Department of Human Consciousness and Yogic Sciences, Mangalore University, delivered the Yoga Day message. He highlighted scientific research supporting yoga's role in enhancing mental clarity, emotional regulation, and physical health, emphasising meditation as a core practice for inner transformation and awareness. The programme featured yoga practices and cultural performances. Participants engaged in the Common Yoga Protocol, including asanas, pranayama, and meditation, followed by the Yoga Pledge to promote yoga's values. Cultural highlights included artistic yoga demonstrations by Yogasana Bharath, a spiritual thread art display, a Bharatanatyam performance, and a dynamic Yoga Dance by Yoga Studies students, showcasing yoga's integration with Indian traditions.
India Gazette
19 hours ago
- Health
- India Gazette
"Yoga now part of daily life across globe due to PM Modi's efforts," says HP Governor Shukla
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 21(ANI): Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Saturday led a yoga session at the Raj Bhavan in Shimla to mark the 11th International Yoga Day. Raj Bhavan staff, students from the Department of Yoga Studies at Himachal Pradesh University, and residents participated in the event. Addressing the participants and later speaking to the media, Governor Shukla lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's global efforts to promote yoga, calling it a transformative tool for both body and mind. 'It was due to the relentless efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi that the United Nations declared June 21 as International Yoga Day. Today, yoga is not just confined to India but has become an integral part of daily life globally,' the Governor told ANI. He added, 'We should make yoga a part of our daily lives. Yoga will play a big role in making the mind and body healthy, and it will also play a big role in uniting society.' He further emphasised the profound impact of yoga beyond physical fitness. 'Yoga plays a critical role not only in ensuring good health but also in removing harmful tendencies and societal distortions,' Shukla added. Highlighting the spiritual and cultural essence of the state, he said: 'Himachal Pradesh is a land of gods, a 'Devbhoomi'. Since taking charge as Governor, I have stepped out of Raj Bhavan and gone from village to village to awaken the youth and urge them to stay away from drugs.' Speaking to ANI, Governor Shukla expressed deep gratitude towards the Prime Minister for entrusting him with eradicating substance abuse in Himachal Pradesh. 'I thank and commend Prime Minister Narendra Modi for giving me the responsibility to free Himachal from the menace of drugs,' he said. The Governor noted that awareness campaigns have already begun yielding results. ' We have reached the villages and sensitised people against drug use. As a result, police actions have led to significant heroin seizures. But I believe a day will come when no such drugs will be found, not because they are hidden better, but because people will stop consuming them altogether,' he remarked. Governor Shukla reiterated his belief that yoga, with its focus on mental clarity and discipline, can play a pivotal role in steering the youth away from addiction and towards a healthier and more purposeful life. (ANI)
