Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. BANDIPORA: Government Degree College (GDC) Bandipora celebrated International Yoga Day with great zeal and enthusiasm today, in the college premises. Centred around the official theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”, the event witnessed active participation from teaching and non-teaching staff members, students, and several alumni of the institution.
The programme was organised with the objective of promoting physical well-being, mental health, and holistic development through the practice of yoga. The celebrations were led by the Principal, Prof. Suresh Kumar Dogra, who participated enthusiastically in the yoga session and encouraged all attendees to incorporate yoga into their daily lives for maintaining a healthy body and a balanced mind.
The programme commenced in the early morning with a brief introduction highlighting the significance of International Yoga Day and the universal relevance of yoga in today's fast-paced world. Participants then engaged in a series of yoga exercises and asanas under expert guidance.
Some of the prominent asanas performed during the session included Tadasana (Mountain Pose), Vrikshasana (Tree Pose), Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose), Vajrasana (Thunderbolt Pose), Trikonasana (Triangle Pose), and Padmasana (Lotus Pose). Breathing exercises and meditation techniques were also practised to promote mental relaxation and emotional well-being.
The yoga session and various asanas were ably led by the College Physical Training Instructor, Dr. Suhail Ahmad, along with Nazarana, a student of 4th Semester, whose guidance and demonstrations ensured enthusiastic participation and proper execution of the yoga practices by all attendees.
The participants displayed great enthusiasm and dedication throughout the session. The collective performance of yoga postures created an atmosphere of positivity, discipline, and harmony within the campus. The alumni present on the occasion appreciated the college administration for organising such a meaningful programme and expressed their delight in being part of the celebrations.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Suresh Kumar Dogra emphasised the importance of yoga as an invaluable gift of India's ancient wisdom to the world. He highlighted how regular practice of yoga helps in reducing stress, improving concentration, enhancing physical fitness, and fostering overall well-being. He urged students and staff members to make yoga an integral part of their daily routine.
The programme concluded with a pledge to adopt healthy lifestyle practices and to spread awareness about the benefits of yoga among the wider community. The event served as a reminder of the transformative power of yoga in nurturing a healthy, balanced, and peaceful life.