{"id":4035,"date":"2025-10-12T10:59:36","date_gmt":"2025-10-12T10:59:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/?p=4035"},"modified":"2025-10-12T11:09:25","modified_gmt":"2025-10-12T11:09:25","slug":"record-breaking-yoga-event-at-arulmigu-senthilandavar-polytechnic-college-and-andiyappan-yogalaya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/12\/record-breaking-yoga-event-at-arulmigu-senthilandavar-polytechnic-college-and-andiyappan-yogalaya\/","title":{"rendered":"Record-Breaking Yoga Event at Arulmigu Senthilandavar Polytechnic College and Andiyappan Yogalayam"},"content":{"rendered":"\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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.02.32-PM-1024x771.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4037\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine a sea of young, determined faces, all holding a yoga posture in perfect harmony. That\u2019s exactly what happened at <strong>Arulmigu Senthilandavar Polytechnic College<\/strong>, where history was made on <strong>October 12, 2025<\/strong>. A record-breaking yoga event stunned everyone when students performed <strong>Sethu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)<\/strong> and held it for an impressive <strong>10 minutes straight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This extraordinary event wasn\u2019t just about physical endurance\u2014it was a true celebration of unity, discipline, and the power of yoga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A Day to Remember \u2013 October 12, 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sunday morning in <strong>Tirunelveli<\/strong>, Tamil Nadu, was filled with excitement and energy. The college campus on <strong>Tenkasi\u2013Ayikudi Road<\/strong> transformed into a haven of wellness and strength. Between <strong>9:00 AM and 1:00 PM<\/strong>, hundreds gathered to witness students achieving what many would consider impossible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About Arulmigu Senthilandavar Polytechnic College<\/strong><\/h3>\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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.05.13-PM-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4038\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Known for its commitment to education and holistic growth, <strong>Arulmigu Senthilandavar Polytechnic College<\/strong> has always stood as a beacon of excellence. Its mission extends beyond academics\u2014focusing on character, discipline, and physical well-being. This event was a perfect example of that vision in action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Collaborators \u2013 Andiyappan Yogalaya<\/strong>m<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make this event a grand success, the college collaborated with <strong>Andiyappan Yogalayam<\/strong>, a renowned yoga institution famous for its systematic and authentic approach to yoga practice. Their expertise and dedication were crucial in training the students to perform with perfection and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Yoga Posture: Understanding Sethu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sethu Bandhasana<\/strong>, also known as the <strong>Bridge Pose<\/strong>, is a foundational yoga posture that strengthens the spine, opens the chest, and energizes the body. It\u2019s symbolic\u2014just like a bridge connects two sides, this pose connects the body and mind through balance and focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Holding this pose for <strong>10 minutes<\/strong> is no small feat\u2014it requires stamina, flexibility, and mental calmness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Purpose Behind the Event<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The event aimed to promote <strong>health awareness, mental discipline, and unity through yoga<\/strong>. It wasn\u2019t about breaking records alone; it was about proving that with collective effort and focus, young minds can achieve greatness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Scale of the Record Attempt<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This was no ordinary yoga session. It was an ambitious, <strong>record-setting mass performance<\/strong> that brought together motivated students to perform <strong>Sethu Bandhasana<\/strong> in unison. Every participant moved with precision, creating a mesmerizing sight of perfect synchronization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Training and Preparation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Months before the event, students underwent <strong>intensive yoga training sessions<\/strong> under professional guidance. From learning breathing techniques to improving core strength and flexibility, each participant worked tirelessly to reach this level of excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Students Who Made History<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The event saw participation from bright and disciplined students including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>S. Janani, R. Anjani Durga, V. A. Mayila Durai, R. Sathya Sree, S. Shiva Ganesh, R. Srimukunthan, K. S. Gomathi, Y. Cruz Daniel, M. Etheesan, Iyyappan, M. Parveen Kumar, M. Prithviraj, Nadar Muthaiah Murali Dharan, T. Manikanda Nambi, K. Umaiyal, K. Einiyal, K. Karnika Abirami, S. Sri Hari, S. Vinunithish,<\/strong> and <strong>Raam Aswanth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\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=\"4047\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.13.45-PM-3-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4047\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"4048\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.13.45-PM-2-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4048\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"4046\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.13.45-PM-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4046\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"4050\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.13.44-PM-1-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4050\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"4044\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.13.44-PM-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4044\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"4049\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.05.12-PM-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4049\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"4042\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.05.13-PM-3-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4042\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"4041\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.05.13-PM-2-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4041\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"4043\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.05.13-PM-4-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4043\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  data-id=\"4039\" 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\/10\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-10-12-at-2.02.32-PM-1-1024x771.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4039\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Individual Highlights<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Each student contributed to the collective success with focus and determination. Their performance reflected not only physical training but mental harmony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Spirit of Teamwork<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Their synchronization demonstrated how teamwork and shared discipline can lead to extraordinary results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Role of Instructors and Organizers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Behind every record-breaking performance are <strong>mentors and organizers<\/strong> who make it possible. The instructors from <strong>Andiyappan Yogalayam<\/strong> guided the participants through structured sessions, ensuring safety and accuracy, while the organizing team at the college ensured flawless execution of the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Distinguished Chief Guests and Their Impact<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The event was graced by esteemed dignitaries:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dr. M. Puthiya Baskar<\/strong>, Chairman, ASAP College<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mrs. P. Kalyani Puthiya Baskar<\/strong>, Correspondent, ASAP College<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dr. Y. Xavier Irudayaraj<\/strong>, Principal, ASAP College<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mr. T. Manikandan<\/strong>, General Manager, ASAP College<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ms. J. Sudha<\/strong>, Principal, ASA Vidhya Niketan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Their encouraging words inspired students to continue striving for excellence both in academics and personal growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Moment of the Record<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As the clock ticked, and the students held their <strong>Bridge Pose<\/strong> for a full <strong>10 minutes<\/strong>, the atmosphere was electric. When the time ended, applause and cheers filled the air\u2014everyone knew history had been made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recognition by Nova World Records<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This monumental achievement was officially recognized by the <strong>Nova World Records<\/strong> under <strong>Record No.: NWR-2025-3002<\/strong>, dated <strong>October 12, 2025<\/strong>. It was proudly entered into the <strong>Nova Book of Records<\/strong>, marking it as an official world record achievement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Messages of Inspiration from the Event<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The event sent a powerful message\u2014<strong>discipline, teamwork, and consistency can move mountains<\/strong>. It inspired not only the participants but also students across Tamil Nadu to embrace yoga as a lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Community and Cultural Impact<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond breaking records, the event brought together families, faculty, and the local community in celebration. It served as a reminder of India\u2019s deep cultural roots in yoga and wellness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Yoga: A Bridge Between Body, Mind, and Spirit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yoga has always been more than just physical exercise\u2014it\u2019s a <strong>spiritual and emotional connection<\/strong>. Through this record-breaking feat, students learned patience, control, and the beauty of inner balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tirunelveli\u2019s Pride and Legacy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This achievement placed <strong>Tirunelveli<\/strong> on the global map for positive reasons. It became a symbol of youth empowerment and the growing influence of yoga education in modern learning institutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Future of Yoga in Educational Institutions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The success of this event has sparked discussions about integrating yoga more deeply into school and college curriculums. It\u2019s a call to make <strong>mindfulness and health<\/strong> a cornerstone of education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Record-Breaking Yoga Event at Arulmigu Senthilandavar Polytechnic College<\/strong> wasn\u2019t just a day of achievement\u2014it was a movement. It proved that when students, teachers, and institutions unite under a vision, the impossible becomes possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this event, <strong>the college and its collaborators set a new benchmark<\/strong> for dedication, teamwork, and the limitless potential of the human spirit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine a sea of young, determined faces, all holding a yoga posture in perfect harmony. That\u2019s exactly what happened at Arulmigu Senthilandavar Polytechnic College, where history was made on October 12, 2025. A record-breaking yoga event stunned everyone when students performed Sethu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose) and held it for an impressive 10 minutes straight. This extraordinary event wasn\u2019t just about physical endurance\u2014it was a true celebration of unity, discipline, and the power of yoga. A Day to Remember \u2013 October 12, 2025 Sunday morning in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, was filled with excitement and energy. 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