International Yoga Day

Published on: June 21, 2022

Yoga Day at SRHU suffused with a feeling of exuberance and celebration

The advantages of Yoga are tremendous, even mind-boggling and more and more people are now getting into the Yoga fold convincingly.

This International Yoga Day, in the manner of all previous years, the tour de force at Swami Rama Himalayan University was the morning Yoga session in which students and staff members participated enthusiastically, with the enticing Himalayas in the backdrop.

Experts state that Yoga means a ‘union’. Through Yog a practitioner can achieve the union of breath and body, the mind and muscles and most importantly union of the self to the divine. This was exhibited at the SRHU campus this morning. One of the incredible things about Yoga is that something so personal unites so many people in a unique bond.

“With the adrenaline flowing faster, given the high level of Yoga activity, the need to conserve and utilize energy is felt stronger than even before,” stated the Pro Vice Chancellor Dr Vijendra Chauhan.
“More and more individuals are recognizing the ability of Yoga to boost our energy levels considerably. They are taking to Yoga in the light of the knowledge that they need to efficiently produce and consume the body’s inherent energy in order to remain healthy.

Yoga makes us feel re-energized, rejuvenated and revitalized to the core. Yoga in today’s frenzied lifestyle is a real saviour. It creates a correlation between mana and the human body. Simple asanas and pranayama can help us overcome everyday ailments and problems. And all this can happen in a very uncomplicated and undemanding environment,” He added.

The morning began with the Guru Vandana. This was followed by a brief introduction on the significance of Yoga Day by Dr Vijendra Chauhan, Pro Vice Chancellor Swami Rama Himalayan University. Then the following activities took place – Diaphragmatic Breathing, Yoga Protocol, Surya Namaskar, Systematic Relaxation, and Meditation.
The highlight on the occasion was Yoga demonstration by Himalayan School of Yoga Sciences. Last of all Shanti Paath was held with great solemnity.

At the end of a vigorous session at the Central Park of the University, the participating faces donned a joyful smile.

For SRHU the day became extra special as it received the ‘Icon of Yoga Award 2022’ by Times of India and ONGC at a special ceremony held at Dr BR Ambedkar Stadium, Dehradun. The Award was received by Dr Somlata Jha and Rahul Baluni, on behalf of the university for initiating measures to make Yoga part of modern living. Somlata Jha is Assistant Professor and Incharge of Himalayan School of Yoga Sciences while Baluni is Assistant Lecturer.

Indeed the day ended with the reinforcement of the belief that Yoga is the path through which the most impossible of achievements are possible. Only the individuals have to reach out and allow Yoga to impact his or her life. Yog is a divine science, which is available to one and all, free of cost. Those who practice Yoga carry the Yug with them, which means that they carry the environs with them. By this is implied that the purity level that we have inside of us, gets reflected outside in our surroundings.

Dr Ram Narayan Mishra conducted the event. Present on the occasion were Registrar Dr Sushila Sharma, Dr DC Dhasmana, Dr Anuradha Kusum, Dr Yogendra Singh, Dr Anvita Singh, Pooja Joshi Thapliyal, Neelam Rawat and many others.

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Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.