"International Yoga Day: A Journey of Inner Peace and Global Unity"
From June 19 to June 21st, PGIMS came alive with enthusiasm and a shared sense of well-being to celebrate International Yoga Day by organizing the Yoga Camp. This event, dedicated to promoting physical and mental health through the practice of yoga, saw a large turnout of students, faculty, and staff, all eager to participate and learn more about this ancient discipline.
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The serene, PGIMS Sports Ground was transformed into a yoga camp, decorated with colorful mats and serene banners depicting various yoga poses. The main event kicked off with a guided yoga session by Mrs. Mamta, Mr. Pradeep and their team who demonstrated a series of asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing exercises). Participants of all skill levels joined in, from beginners trying yoga for the first time to seasoned practitioners.
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The sessions were held from 6am to 7am. These sessions were attended by students of various medical courses including MBBS, B.Pharmacy, BSc.Nursing and BDS. On the third day of camp, 21st June, 2024, the yoga session was also attended by respected Prof. Anita Saxena [Vice-Chancellor PGIMS], Prof. H.K. Aggarwal [Registar PGIMS], Dr. S.S Lohchab [Director PGIMS], and Dr Vashishth [DSW PGIMS] and faculty members. Mrs. Kavita Sapra [Faculty SDPGIPS] and Mrs. Ruchi Poria [Faculty SDPGIPS] also attended the camp.
Source: Alumni Association SDPGIPS
The sessions also discussed the role of yoga in contemporary life, sharing personal experiences and answering questions from the audience. This interactive session provided valuable insights and practical advice on incorporating yoga into our busy schedules.
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The success of our Yoga Day celebration was evident in the smiles and positive feedback from all participants. It was a day of learning, connection, and personal growth, reinforcing the importance of a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
More about 9th International Yoga Day
International Yoga Day is observed on 21st June every year following its inception in the United Nations General Assembly in 2014 as proposed by our Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
This year marks the 10th edition of the International Day of Yoga. The theme chosen for this year's International Day of Yoga 2024 is "Yoga for Self and Society".
This year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in performing a common yoga protocol session on the occasion of the 10th International Yoga Day on 21 June 2024. P.M. Modi, who was on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, performed yoga with other dignitaries at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar.
The primary objective of the International Day of Yoga is to emphasize the promotion of yoga for mental and physical well-being, raising awareness about its benefits, and encouraging the cultivation of a regular meditation practice. This day holds great importance in shedding light on the importance of psychological and physical wellness in today's world.
Article By:- Aahana Vij, Lokit