Madurai Institutions Celebrate 11th International Yoga Day with Enthusiastic Participation from NCC Cadets.

Madurai education institutions celebrated the 11th International Yoga Day with enthusiastic participation of nearly 500 NCC cadets. Col. V.K.S. Chauhan emphasized the significance of yoga in cultivating discipline and holistic well-being among youth. S.M.G. Somasundram guided the participants through 12 structured yoga practice sessions. The event highlighted the physical and mental health benefits of yoga and showcased the unity and discipline instilled by NCC in students.

Madurai, June 19, 2025 - Madurai education institutions marked the 11th International Yoga Day with significant participation, underscoring the growing importance of yoga in promoting holistic well-being among youth. The event, held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, witnessed the enthusiastic participation of nearly 500 National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets from various units.

The celebrations began at 6 a.m. with students and faculty of Mannar Thirumalai Naicker College leading the way. Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi joined over 10,000 students at Velammal IB Global School in Madurai, where he performed yoga alongside the participants. Col. V.K.S. Chauhan, Madurai Group Commander, NCC Headquarters, Col. Samit Karki, Commanding Officer, and Lt. Col. Sreekant, Administrative Officer, 7 TN Battalion NCC, addressed the gathering, emphasizing the significance of yoga in cultivating discipline and holistic well-being among the youth [1].

S.M.G. Somasundram, a yoga instructor, guided the participants through 12 structured yoga practice sessions, designed to impart both theoretical and practical knowledge. The celebration highlighted the physical and mental health benefits of yoga and showcased the unity and discipline instilled by NCC in students across various institutions [1].

Doctors at Government Rajaji Hospital and students of Madurai Medical College, in the presence of Dean L. Arul Sundaresh Kumar and Resident Medical Officer (RMO) S. Saravanan, performed asanas on the college premises, further signifying the role of yoga and its related exercises in promoting physical and mental well-being [1].

The event underscores the increasing trend of integrating yoga into educational curricula, promoting a healthier and more disciplined youth population. As the world continues to grapple with the mental and physical health challenges posed by modern lifestyles, initiatives like the 11th International Yoga Day serve as a reminder of the importance of holistic wellness practices.

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[1] https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Madurai/education-institutions-in-madurai-observe-11th-international-yoga-day/article69720308.ece