More than 500 students, yoga practitioners, and seekers gathered in Bengaluru for a joint celebration of International Day of Yoga and World Music Day, organized by Sahaja Yoga Karnataka, The Life Eternal Trust, Bengaluru, and Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (Sir MVIT). The event combined yoga, meditation, music, and national pride in a unique manner.
Mass Yoga and Meditation Sessions
The program began with a mass yoga session led by Ms. Sheetal, followed by a Self-Realisation and meditation session guided by Ms. Preeti Soudur, Dr. Manoj Kumar, and Mrs. Manjula Temle. Participants experienced the meditation technique founded by Her Holiness Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi and learned about its benefits for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.
Inauguration by Lokayukta Justice B.S. Patil
The event was inaugurated by Lokayukta Justice B.S. Patil, who emphasized the importance of yoga and meditation in modern life. Sharing his experience of practicing yoga for more than three decades, he highlighted yoga's role in promoting holistic health, reducing stress, and developing inner balance. Dr. Manoj Kumar, President of The Life Eternal Trust, explained the process of attaining Self-Realisation through Sahaja Yoga and its scientifically validated benefits.
World Record Flute Orchestra
A major attraction was a flute orchestra featuring more than 100 artists from Gokulam School of Music performing the patriotic anthem "Chak De! India" as a tribute to the Indian Women's Cricket Team. The synchronized presentation created a memorable atmosphere and was officially recognized by the World Book of Records, UK.
Vasantha Kavitha, Vice President - Karnataka, World Book of Records, along with Apoorva Menon and Dr. Madhur Temle, Charter Officers of World Book of Records, presented the official World Record Certificate to The Life Eternal Trust and Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology for organizing the record-setting performance.
Congratulatory Messages and Distinguished Guests
The achievement received congratulatory messages from Santosh Shukla, CEO, World Book of Records, UK, and Kalraj Mishra, former Governor of Rajasthan. The event featured captivating musical performances by Ramya Vasishta, H.S. Venugopal, Pandit Iman Das, and Dr. Jayant Kumar Das.
Among the distinguished guests present were H.R. Jayaram, Dr. Bhaskaran, Nikhil Gowda, Usha Iyer, B.H. Lokesh, and several eminent personalities from education, culture, and public life. Senior Sahajyogi Gurumurti, Harshal Dusane, Nagendra Babu, Moksh, Mrs. Santosh, and Nitesh, along with the dedicated Sahaja Yoga team, contributed significantly to the event's success.
Future Engagement Opportunities
Those interested in learning more about Sahaja Yoga meditation and experiencing Self-Realisation can visit https://sahajayoga-kar.org or https://www.sahajayoga.org.in. Individuals may also connect with their nearest Sahaja Yoga meditation centre to participate in free meditation sessions and discover the benefits of inner peace, mental well-being, and spiritual growth through the meditation method founded by Her Holiness Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi.
The celebration concluded with a message of collective well-being, cultural harmony, and national unity. The experience of Self-Realisation through Sahaja Yoga, the participation of more than 500 seekers, and the World Record-winning tribute to the Indian Women's Cricket Team made the occasion truly memorable and inspiring.
