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Srinagar, June 21: More than one lakh students and teachers from government and private schools across Kashmir Valley participated in the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations on Saturday, organised by the Youth Services and Sports Department, Kashmir.

According to Mohammad Rashid, Joint Director of Youth Services and Sports, a total of 101,521 students from all ten districts of the valley took part in events conducted at the district and zonal levels.

The department had made comprehensive arrangements to ensure large-scale participation, with events featuring live-streamed yoga demonstrations, group activities, and educational sessions highlighting the benefits of yoga.

The day began with attendees watching Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address from Visakhapatnam, which was displayed on large screens at various venues. Guided yoga sessions followed, led by qualified instructors demonstrating postures and breathing techniques.

In Srinagar district, the celebration saw enthusiastic participation from both government and private schools. A mass yoga session was also held at the SKICC lawns, where students witnessed the national-level “Yoga Sangam” event.

A special collaborative celebration took place at SP Higher Secondary School Srinagar, organised by Samagra Shiksha J&K in partnership with 92.7 BIG FM Jammu. Attended by Project Director Bhawani Rakwal and Director of School Education Kashmir Dr. G.N. Itoo, the event was particularly notable for the active involvement of Children with Special Needs (CWSNs).

Schools throughout the district showcased strong engagement, and both students and staff acknowledged the holistic value of yoga in education. Chief Education Officer Rifat Qadri extended gratitude to all contributors for the successful execution of the program.

The celebrations concluded with a strong message of wellness, unity, and the vital role yoga plays in cultivating a healthy lifestyle.

Meanwhile, in Beerwah, the Youth Services and Sports Department organised a parallel Yoga Day event at DIET Beerwah under the supervision of Zonal Physical Education Officer (ZPEO) Beerwah.