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The Department of physical education and sports at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology organized a 2 days event to celebrate International day of yoga 2024. Arrange a yoga session indoor in a Marena basketball court. Invite a yoga instructor to lead the session and guide participants through different yoga saunas and breathing exercises. A 2 days program has been planned of the yoga day celebration this year. The program was conducted by external experts of yoga guides on the first day and internal guides on the second day.

The yoga program commenced 1^st day at 6 am to 7:30 am and 2^nd day at 6:30 am to 7:30 am, ensuring that participants could engage in the practice before the start of their daily activities. The chosen time slot allowed maximum participation from the faculty, staff, and students at the institute. The event witnessed an enthusiastic response from the entire Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology community. Faculty members, administrative staff, and students from various departments actively participated in the daily yoga sessions. The inclusive nature of the event encouraged individuals of all fitness levels and yoga expertise to join, fostering a sense of unity and well-being.

The yoga sessions included a diverse range of activities, such as yoga asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), meditation and relaxation, and Surya Namaskar (sun salutation). These activities provided numerous benefits to the participants, including improved

physical health, mental well-being, community bonding, and holistic development. Director of Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Sikkim also took the session on yoga, especially Surya Namaskar and pranayama. The International Day of Yoga 2024 celebration at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology was a resounding success.