Central University of Jammu Celebrates IDY-2025 : Yoga for One Earth, One Health
Jammu 21 June 2025: Central University of Jammu (CUJ) celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga today with vibrant participation and a spirit of unity. Embracing this year’s national theme, “Yoga for One Earth, One Health,” the university organized a special Yoga Sangam session under the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP), reaffirming its commitment to holistic health, sustainability, and community well-being.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty, and administrative staff, who gathered in the early morning hours at two key locations, the main university entrance area and the Boy’s Hostel (CUJ for a synchronized yoga session. The session featured a structured series of asanas, pranayama, and meditation, guided by trained instructors in alignment with national guidelines.
Sh. Amarjit ji and Sh. Ravinder ji, expert instructors from the Bhartiya Yog Sansthan, Jammu & Kashmir, led the program. Both have been long-standing collaborators with CUJ, playing a vital role in cultivating yogic awareness and lifestyle practices among the university community.
Prof. Sanjeev Jain, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Central University of Jammu, highlighted the transformative potential of yoga in today’s world. “Yoga not only cultivates inner tranquillity but also enhances our physical resilience and immunity. Today’s event is another affirmation of our university’s sustained efforts to build a healthier, more conscious society,” he remarked.
This celebration at CU Jammu formed part of the nationwide “Yoga Sangam” movement one of the 10 signature events launched by the Ministry of Ayush.The event also saw the presence of senior university officials, including Deans, Heads of Departments, and administrative Officers, reflecting the inclusive ethos of the initiative.
More than just an annual observance, CUJ’s Yoga Day initiative showcased its ongoing efforts to blend traditional Indian knowledge systems like yoga into academic and campus life. Through such integrative initiatives, the university continues to nurture physically fit, emotionally resilient, and socially responsible individuals, committed to the ideals of “VasudhaivaKutumbakam”—the world is one family.
Prof. Vinay Kumar served as the Nodal Officer for the successful conduct of IDY 2025, ensuring seamless coordination of all activities. The event concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Prof. Vandana Sharma, who expressed gratitude to all contributors, participants, and guests for making the celebration a memorable and impactful experience.
