International Yoga Day was celebrated at Bareilly International University, Bareilly (U.P), on 21 June,2025, at Jhanda Ground. The Program commenced with a Yoga-themed Dance performance by the students of Medical, Dental, Nursing, Pharmacy and Paramedical College followed by a yoga session conducted under the supervision of Pro-Chancellor, Bareilly International University, Bareilly Dr. Ashok Kumar Agarwal. The Session conducted with a prayer recitation and certificate distribution.
Yoga Activities Report
16 June To 21 June 2025 Rohilkhand Medical College & Hospital - Yoga Days Activities
International Yoga Day Celebrations (June 16 2025)
Yoga sessions were conducted across multiple locations on 16thJune 2025, coordinated by the Department of Community Medicine in collaboration with various institutions.
UHTC, Rampur Garden
Participants: Staff, doctors, patients
Activities:Asanas, pranayama, meditation, awareness talk
RHTC, Rithora
Participants: Medical students, community members
Activities: Yoga for holistic health, stress reduction
CHC, Faridpur
Participants: Local staff, faculty
Activities: Emphasis on physical, mental, and spiritual benefits
SSV Inter College, Bareilly
Participants: ~40 students, faculty
Activities: Improved awareness, discipline, mental clarity; collaboration between educational institutes
Jaipuriya School is in adopted village, Rithora
Participants: 30 students
Activities: Guided sessions with trained instructors
Ramnagar Village, Pilibhit
Participants: Rural outreach
Activities: Lifestyle diseases, women’s health, elderly well-being
Special Sessions
Antenatal Yoga
Location: OB-GYN OPD, Rohilkhand Medical College
Instructor: Mr. Shubham
Participants: 24 pregnant women (2 batches)
Benefits: Pain relief, flexibility, sleep improvement, labor preparedness
Precautions: Avoided in high-risk pregnancies
Cancer Patient Yoga Session
Location:Rohilkhand Medical College
Benefits: Anxiety reduction, better sleep, improved mobility and energy
Conclusion: Yoga as a complementary therapy in cancer care
Community Awareness Events (June 18, 2025)
Yoga Awareness Rally
Participants: Students, staff, faculty
Highlights : Asanas, pranayama, meditation, daily lifestyle integration
Yoga Week Events (June 19, 2025)
Essay Writing Competition
Theme: Socially relevant topics
Participants: Medical students
Impact: Encouraged reflection on current issues, creativity, and expression
Poster Competition
Theme: “One Earth, One Health”
Topics Covered: Climate change, zoonoses, sustainability
Outcome: Promoted environmental and public health awareness
Yoga Week Events (June 20, 2025)
Thematic Discussion (20th June 2025)
Theme: “One Earth, One Health”
Context : Interconnection between environmental and human health Yoga’s
Role:
– Promotes sustainable living and preventive health
– Supports mental well-being and eco-consciousness
Conclusion: Holistic living through yoga improves both human and planetary health
Ongoing Research and Protocols
Our institute has embarked on a research project, “Benefits of Yoga,” led by two postgraduate students under the guidance of our esteemed faculty member in Community Medicine. A protocol for this study has been meticulously prepared and received approval from the Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC), paving the way for a comprehensive investigation into the advantages of yoga.
Key Highlights:
Research Title :
- Perception and utilization of adolescent health services under RMNCH + A strategy among adolescent girls attending Anganwadi Centres in Bareilly district.
- Effectiveness of a Structured Wellness Program on Stress Levels and Mental Well-being Among Medical Students: An Interventional Study
Researchers :
- Dr. Jyoti Yadav
- Dr. Prem Prakash Dixit
IEC Approval :
Protocol approved by Institutional Ethics Committee
This research initiative underscores our institution’s commitment to exploring holistic approaches to health and wellness, and we look forward to uncovering valuable insights into the benefits of yoga.
