Kangra : International Yoga Day was celebrated with enthusiasm at Government Senior Secondary School (GSSS), Matour in Kangra district, with students, teachers and guests participating in various yoga activities aimed at promoting physical and mental well-being.
Speaking on the occasion, chief guest Ashok Raina, Sanchalak, Uttar Prant, Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, emphasized the importance of incorporating yoga into daily life. He urged students to devote some time every day to the practice of yoga, saying it helps develop concentration, discipline and the strength to face challenges in life.
Raina said regular yoga practice not only improves physical fitness but also brings inner happiness and mental peace, enabling students to excel in their studies and personal lives.
During the programme, Balvir Kushwa, a life worker of Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari, guided students through various yoga asanas and pranayama exercises. Boys and girls actively participated in the session and learned techniques for maintaining a healthy body and mind.
The event was attended by Dr. Sandeep Sharma, Principal of GSSS Matour, along with members of the teaching staff. Teachers also joined the yoga session and encouraged students to make yoga an integral part of their daily routine.
The programme concluded with a message highlighting yoga as a holistic way of life that fosters physical health, mental resilience and spiritual well-being among the younger generation