Date: 21st June 2025
Venue: Seminar Hall, Pharmacy Block
Theme: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health”

On a peaceful morning of June 21st, the Seminar Hall at Anurag Pharmacy College echoed with calmness, energy, and a collective breath. In celebration of the 11th International Yoga Day, the college hosted a special yoga session filled with purpose, learning, and well-being.

The event embraced this year’s global theme — “Yoga for One Earth, One Health” — a reminder of our deep connection with nature, community, and ourselves.

🌞 The Session Begins: Energy, Enthusiasm, and Enlightenment

The celebration was inaugurated by Dr. M. Chinnaeswaraiah, Principal of Anurag Pharmacy College, along with the NSS Unit, who warmly welcomed the participants and introduced the esteemed guest, Mr. B.Ch. Venkateshwara — a well-known yoga trainer and dietician. The guest was felicitated as a mark of gratitude for sharing his time and wisdom with the college community.

🧎‍♂️ From Surya Namaskars to Stillness

The yoga session started with a powerful round of Surya Namaskars, followed by a series of guided asanas practiced together by students, teaching staff, and non-teaching members alike. The entire hall was filled with calm focus and synchronized movement.

Mr. Venkateshwara skillfully guided the session, explaining the science and significance behind each posture, reminding everyone that yoga isn’t just about flexibility — it’s about finding balance in the body, mind, and soul.

💬 Wisdom Shared: Why Yoga Matters Today

As the session progressed, the speaker addressed the growing need for yoga in our modern, stressful lives.
He highlighted how regular yoga practice can:
✔ Boost flexibility and physical strength
✔ Improve heart and lung health
✔ Reduce stress and anxiety
✔ Enhance sleep quality
✔ Promote mindful eating and healthy choices

The session concluded with a brief but deeply grounding meditation practice, leaving the room in a state of calm and clarity.

🙏 Wrapping Up with Gratitude

To close the event, the Principal and NSS team once again expressed their heartfelt thanks to Mr. Venkateshwara for his inspiring session. He was felicitated with a token of appreciation, followed by a formal vote of thanks.

🌱 A Day to Remember

International Yoga Day 2025 at Anurag Pharmacy College was more than just an event — it was a reminder to pause, breathe, and connect with ourselves. With active participation and heartfelt enthusiasm, the celebration truly captured the essence of what yoga stands for: harmony, health, and hope.