{"id":3772,"date":"2025-06-23T05:45:14","date_gmt":"2025-06-23T05:45:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/?p=3772"},"modified":"2025-06-23T05:45:14","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T05:45:14","slug":"srms-mega-yoga-event-2025-a-nova-world-records-attempt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/23\/srms-mega-yoga-event-2025-a-nova-world-records-attempt\/","title":{"rendered":"SRM\u2019s Mega Yoga Event 2025 | A Nova World Records Attempt"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3774\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.28-AM-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3774\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Introduction to SRM IST and Its Commitment to Holistic Development<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SRM Institute of Science &amp; Technology (SRM IST), located in Tamil Nadu, is renowned not just for academic excellence but also for its comprehensive approach to student development. It believes in nurturing the mind, body, and spirit\u2014equally. This ideology is what fuels its strong emphasis on sports, physical education, and wellness initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Vision and Role of the Directorate of Sports<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3784\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.28-AM-2-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3784\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3783\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.28-AM-3-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3783\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Promoting Physical Fitness Among Students<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Directorate of Sports at SRM IST plays a central role in creating a culture of health and fitness on campus. Through organized training, events, and facilities, it motivates students to stay active and balanced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Integrating Sports with Education<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>More than just promoting fitness, the department integrates sports into academic life\u2014offering stress relief, promoting teamwork, and enhancing life skills. It\u2019s a place where students learn to push boundaries while still staying grounded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Yoga and SRM \u2013 A Deep Connection<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Yoga as a Cultural and Wellness Initiative<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Yoga is not just an exercise at SRM\u2014it\u2019s a way of life. Rooted deeply in Indian culture and embraced globally, yoga is promoted on campus as a holistic tool for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Regular Yoga Training and Support for Students<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Regular workshops, CYP training sessions, and expert guidance ensure that yoga remains a regular part of students&#8217; routines. The Yoga Department under the Directorate provides ample resources to learn and practice yoga the right way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Celebrating the 11th International Day of Yoga<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Theme of 2025 \u2013 \u201cYoga for One Earth, One Health\u201d<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3780\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.29-AM-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3780\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3776\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.28-AM-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3776\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3777\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.26-AM-2-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3777\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3781\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.26-AM-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3781\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3782\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.26-AM-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3782\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3778\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.25-AM-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3778\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3775\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.27-AM-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3775\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3779\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.28-AM-1-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3779\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This year\u2019s global theme resonated perfectly with SRM\u2019s vision. \u201cYoga for One Earth, One Health\u201d emphasized the connection between personal well-being and planetary health\u2014something SRM has long promoted through its sustainability and wellness programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Significance of Common Yoga Protocol (CYP)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>CYP is a standardized set of yoga postures promoted by the Ministry of AYUSH. Practicing it in unison fosters unity and demonstrates the power of coordinated wellness activities. SRM&#8217;s execution of this protocol was nothing short of extraordinary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Mega Yoga Event \u2013 A Record-Breaking Moment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Planning and Preparation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Months of preparation went into this mega event. Coordinating 1,050 students, ensuring uniformity, and aligning with official yoga standards required precision, dedication, and incredible teamwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Execution with Precision \u2013 1,050 Students Perform CYP<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On June 21, 2025, the campus came alive as 1,050 students flawlessly performed the Common Yoga Protocol. Their synchronization, energy, and discipline left everyone awestruck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recognition by Nova World Records<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The result? A monumental achievement. This collective effort earned official recognition from Nova World Records, under Record No. <strong>NWR-2025-1198<\/strong>. It wasn\u2019t just a record\u2014it was a symbol of unity and strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Event Highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Welcome Address by Prof. R. Mohana Krishnan<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.28-AM-4-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3785\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Prof. R. Mohana Krishnan, the dynamic Director of Sports, opened the event with an inspiring welcome, setting the tone for the day. His vision and leadership were key to this achievement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Inaugural Address by Dr. S. Ponnusamy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"3786\" src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.27-AM-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3786\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Honourable Registrar, Dr. S. Ponnusamy, in his inaugural address, highlighted the importance of yoga in modern education and how such events reinforce the institution\u2019s commitment to holistic student welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vote of Thanks by Dr. M. Senthilkumar<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-06-23-at-11.05.25-AM-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3787\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrapping up the event, Dr. M. Senthilkumar, Head of the Yoga Department, thanked all participants, volunteers, and dignitaries. His gratitude extended to every hand that made this historic moment possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Alignment with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SDG 3 \u2013 Good Health and Well-being<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This event championed SDG 3, encouraging physical and mental health awareness among youth through the practice of yoga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SDG 4 \u2013 Quality Education<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>By integrating yoga and wellness into education, SRM IST supports SDG 4, delivering well-rounded learning that equips students for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SDG 17 \u2013 Partnerships for the Goals<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The event\u2019s collaboration with Nova World Records and various wellness agencies highlighted the spirit of SDG 17\u2014working together to reach great heights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Students\u2019 Discipline, Unity, and Enthusiasm<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It wasn\u2019t just a yoga event\u2014it was a massive display of discipline, togetherness, and youthful energy. Every student, despite the heat and crowd, gave their best with unwavering spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Impact of This Achievement on the Institution<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This record has elevated SRM\u2019s status as a national leader in wellness and sports integration. It has also set a benchmark for other institutions to follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Media Recognition and Public Response<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The event attracted wide media coverage, trending on social media and being featured in local and national newspapers. Parents, alumni, and wellness advocates across the globe praised SRM for this initiative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Future of Yoga and Sports at SRM<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is just the beginning. SRM IST aims to continue promoting yoga through innovative programs, more record-breaking events, and international collaborations that foster a healthier future for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Directorate of Sports at SRM Institute of Science &amp; Technology has once again proven that sports and wellness are not just extracurricular\u2014they are essential to modern education. The record-breaking yoga session wasn\u2019t just about setting numbers; it was about setting an example. With 1,050 students moving in harmony under the 2025 theme \u201cYoga for One Earth, One Health,\u201d SRM IST has become a beacon of unity, discipline, and global wellness leadership.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction to SRM IST and Its Commitment to Holistic Development SRM Institute of Science &amp; Technology (SRM IST), located in Tamil Nadu, is renowned not just for academic excellence but also for its comprehensive approach to student development. It believes in nurturing the mind, body, and spirit\u2014equally. This ideology is what fuels its strong emphasis on sports, physical education, and wellness initiatives. The Vision and Role of the Directorate of Sports Promoting Physical Fitness Among Students The Directorate of Sports at SRM IST plays a central role in creating a culture of health and fitness on campus. 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