The University of Kashmir ( KU) on Sunday celebrated International Day of Yoga (IDY) -2026 at the Athletic Track, Sports Ground, with enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, officers and non-teaching staff.
The programme was organized by the Department of Students’ Welfare (DSW), KU in collaboration with the Directorate of Physical Education & Sports (DPE&S) KU.
Held under the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”, the event sought to promote physical fitness, mental well-being and holistic development through the practice of yoga.
The event was led by Vice-Chancellor, KU Prof. Nilofer Khan, and witnessed the participation of Registrar KU Prof. Naseer Iqbal, Dean Students’ Welfare Prof. Seema Singh, Chief Proctor Prof. Imtiaz Khan, Coordinator DPE&S Dr. Surjeet Singh, besides faculty members, officers, students, research scholars, hostel boarders and non-teaching staff of the University.
As part of the celebrations, Prof. Nilofer Khan, administered the Yoga Pledge to the participants, reaffirming the University's collective commitment towards adopting yoga as a means of achieving physical, mental and emotional well-being.
The pledge ceremony was followed by a collective yoga session during which participants performed various yoga asanas and breathing exercises.
Addressing the gathering and interacting with the participants, Prof. Nilofer Khan emphasized the importance of integrating yoga into daily life. She said, "Yoga should be a part of our life. I realize how important it is for everyone to engage in regular exercise and physical activity. We need to take such initiatives forward. The vision introduced by the Hon'ble Prime Minister of the country has today reached all parts of the world, with yoga emerging as a global movement for health and wellness."
She further said that the University remains committed to the holistic development of its students and expressed hope that KU students would continue to excel and represent the institution at both national and international levels.
Speaking on the occasion, Registrar, KU Prof. Naseer Iqbal, observed that the University community had gathered to celebrate International Day of Yoga 2026 in the true spirit of wellness and collective responsibility.
Earlier, Dean Students’ Welfare KU Prof. Seema Singh, welcomed the participants and highlighted the significance of yoga in promoting physical fitness, mental health and emotional resilience.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Shahid Ali Khan Cultural Officer DSW KU who also conducted the proceedings of the event and proposed vote of thanks on the occassion.
The celebration was organized with the support of the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India and formed part of the nationwide observance of International Day of Yoga 2026 under the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing.”
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