SRM University Location: SRM Nagar, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu 603203. Date: 24th August 2023
The esteemed SRM Institute of Science & Technology, situated in SRM Nagar, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, has achieved an extraordinary milestone by clinching two significant records in the prestigious Nova Book of World Records, all on the same remarkable day. Orchestrated under the supervision of the Directorate of Sports and the Department of Yoga, these remarkable achievements underscore the university’s unwavering commitment to shedding light on critical societal concerns.
Event 1: Marathon Yoga for Anti-Drug Awareness
In an unparalleled display of endurance and devotion, a cohort of eighty-four (84) students from SRM IST participated in a grueling 24-hour yoga marathon. This groundbreaking feat, acknowledged as the “Longest Yoga Marathon,” not only showcased the participants’ exceptional yoga prowess but also stood as a bold assertion against the menace of drug abuse. The unbroken practice of yoga by these students for an entire day serves as a testament to their dedication to promoting a healthier, drug-free society.
Event 2: Mass Pledge and Signature Campaign Against Drugs
Highlighting the potency of collective action, an astounding 5084 students from SRMIST united to take a solemn pledge and actively engage in a signature campaign against drug abuse. This remarkable event unfolded on the 23rd and 24th of August 2023, presenting a resounding declaration of the university’s unwavering stance against drugs. By involving such a substantial number of students in this initiative, SRMIST effectively conveyed the message that combating drugs is a shared obligation necessitating unified endeavors.
Key Figures and Contributors
- Chief Patrons:
- Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan, Vice Chancellor, SRMIST
- Prof. S. Ponnusamy, Registrar, SRMIST
- Patron:
- Prof. R. Mohanakrishnan, Director of Sports, SRMIST
- Convenor:
- Dr. M. Senthilkumar, Associate Professor & Head, Department of Yoga, SRMIST
Technical Committee Experts:
- Dr. S.J. Albert Chandrasekar, Associate Professor & Head, Department of Physical Education, SRMIST
- Dr. Y.C. Louis Raj, Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, SRMIST
- Dr. D.J. Asath Ali Khan, Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education, SRMIST
- Dr. N.C. Jesus Rajkumar, Associate Professor, Department of Yoga, SRMIST
- Dr. C. Suresh, Assistant Professor, Department of Yoga, SRMIST
Technical Committee Members:
- Mrs. D. Kanchana, Ph.D. Research Scholar, Department of Yoga, SRMIST
- Mr. V. Natesamurthy, Ph.D. Research Scholar, Department of Yoga, SRMIST
- Ms. S. Ilamathi, Ph.D. Research Scholar, Department of Yoga, SRMIST
- Mrs. S. Thamarai Selvi, Ph.D. Research Scholar, Department of Yoga, SRMIST
- Mrs. Mou Pramanik, Ph.D. Research Scholar, Department of Yoga, SRMIST
A Milestone in Nova Book of World Records
These accomplishments, recorded as Record No. NWR-2023-1071 and NWR-2023-1072 in the Nova Book of World Records, not only celebrate the exceptional capabilities of the SRMIST community but also underscore the significance of collective action in tackling crucial societal issues. The university’s steadfast dedication to promoting awareness against drug abuse and cultivating a healthier society serves as a source of inspiration for others to emulate.
