TEZPUR: Tezpur University (TU) in Assam on Friday (June 21) observed the 10th International Day of Yoga in the Community Hall of the University.
The event commenced with a traditional lamp lighting ceremony. Prof Shambhu Nath Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Tezpur University was present at the event as chief guest.
Delivering the inaugural address, the vice chancellor stressed on the importance of integrating yoga into daily life to have a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.
“Yoga implies the union of mind, body and spirit with the supreme being. It is a way of life and regular practice of Yoga even if it is for 30 minutes can have numerous benefits for our physical and mental health,” Prof Singh said.
The Vice Chancellor also inaugurated the second edition of “MANTHAN”, an e-magazine, published on the occasion of International Day of Yoga.
Delivering the welcome address, Prof Papori Baruah, Head, Centre for Yoga and Sports Sciences and Chairperson, organizing committee highlighted how the Yoga activities at TU have transcended beyond the boundaries of the University to the people outside through outreach activities, such as cycle rally, children camp, Yogathon, meditation camp etc.
The attendees then practiced common yoga protocol led by experienced yoga instructors, Nagendra Jain and Partha Pratim Das.
The session focused on various asanas, pranayama (breathing exercises), meditation and other exercises.
During the celebration, Tezpur University students and Children of various age groups, who were attending the yoga camp exhibited Yoga performance.
It is worth noting that the University observed the 51-day Yoga Mahotsav, which also concluded today.
The Yoga Mahotsav was organised by Centre for Yoga and Sports Sciences, TU in collaboration with the National Service Scheme wing of the University.