SDM University celebrated the 12th International Day of Yoga at SDM Dental College Campus under the theme, “Yoga for Healthy Ageing”.  Dr. Niranjan Kumar, Vice Chancellor was the Chief Guest.

Dr. Mallikarjunagouda, Head, Dept. of Yoga and Naturopathy enlightened the importance of yoga and told that:

• Yoga teaches holistic science for healthy living
• Our body and mind become relaxed by doing yoga asanas
• Yoga is the easy exercise for our body and mind and all can inculcate
• Body becomes steady and flexible and it reduces stress
• Body gets the calmness and Work efficiency increases by yoga
• We have to go back to our ancient food system and practice yoga regularly
• We have to add good lifestyle to years; but not years to life

Smt. Padmalatha Niranjan, Executive Director, Shri V. Jeevandhar Kumar, Pro Vice Chancellor, Dr. Chidendra M Shettar, Registrar were present during the function.  About 300 Doctors, Staff and Students have participated in the Yoga Day. The Expert Doctors from Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire demonstrated the special attractive Yogasanas.

Dr. Balaram D. Naik, Principal, SDM Dental College welcomed the Guests. Dr. Ashita Shetty compered the program.  The Team Naturapathy rendered the invocation.  Dr. Mahantesh Yeli, Vice Principal proposed the vote of thanks.