JU under 'HarGhar Dhyan Abhiyan' celebrates International Yoga Day
Jun 21, 2023
JAMMU: On the Eve of the 9th International Day of Yoga 2023, the University of Jammu under "HarGhar Dhyan Abhiyan" organised International Yoga Day on the theme of meditation and Mental Health in collaboration with the Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, University of Jammu, and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) at Gymnasium Hall, University of Jammu on June 21, 2023, where around 150 participants participated, including employees, students, and people from Civil Society.
The welcome address was presented by Dr. Shallu Sehgal, Meditation Ambassador, University of Jammu.
In her address, Dr. Shallu Sehgal welcomed the chief guest, other invited guests, and participants of today's session and laid emphasis on various aspects of Yoga. Prof. Naresh Padha, Dean Academic Affairs, University of Jammu, was the Chief Guest of the function, and while addressing the participants, he explained the importance of practising pranayama and asanasor the mental and Physical development of person.
He also applauded the efforts of Dr. Daud Iqbal Baba, Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, and his whole team and wished to be part of all future events that will encourage students and society.
The event was organised by the Confederation of Indian Industries and also provided refreshment to the participants.
While addressing the Chairman of CII, Sh. Archit Puri appreciated the efforts of the Directorate of Sports and Physical Education for organising such events from time to time. He also promised to participate in such events that are beneficial for society.
Dr. Hema Gandotra, NSS Coordinator, University of Jammu, also gave valuable remarks on the occasion and stressed the importance of yoga for mental and spiritual health and urged the participants to make yoga a part of their daily routine.
Vandana Daftri, Regional Director, Art of Living, conducted an excellent session during the function, practising various pranayama and meditation techniques for mental health and to remove stress.
An advanced demonstration performed by Sandeep Sharma and Yoga students.
The proceedings and formal vote of thanks were presented by Dr. Mandeep Singh, Asst. Prof., Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, University of Jammu.
Other prominent professors, including Prof. Jasbir Singh, HoD Philosophy, Prof. Pankaj Srivastava, President JUTA, Dr. Sumita Sharma, Deputy Registrar, Dr. Meghna Dhar, Dr. Amit, Raj Kumar, Ravish Vaid, Gagan Kumar, Jai Bharat, Vikas Karlopia, S. Harinder Pal Singh, Sanjeev Kumar, S. Tarvinder Singh, Rohan Kundal, Bunet Singh, and Ashok Singh, were present at the function.
