Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) completed a week of preparatory activities leading up to International Yoga Day 2026, with various departments, centres, schools, and halls of residence participating. The university's efforts were anchored on the global theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing', aiming to promote the benefits of yoga at the local level.
Student-led poster competition at RMPS AMU City School
RMPS AMU City School examined the benefits of a healthy life through a student-led poster competition based on the theme, showcasing yoga's role in promoting long-term physical wellness. The competition encouraged students to creatively express how yoga contributes to healthy ageing.
Technical workshop at Rural Health Training Centre
Under the direction of Prof. Uzma Eram, the Department of Community Medicine held a technical workshop at the Rural Health Training Centre in Jawan. Dr Mohd Yasir Zubair outlined the benefits of yoga, followed by yogasana and pranayama demonstrations by Mohd Danish for the department.
Educational campaign at Saiyyid Hamid Senior Secondary School (Boys)
Saiyyid Hamid Senior Secondary School (Boys) adapted the health initiative into an educational campaign, pairing practical workshops with an essay competition titled 'From Ancient Roots to Global Movement'. Officiating principal Sabahuddin said, "Yoga is a vital tool for developing a healthy mind and cultivating a stress-free life."
Expert lecture on maternal health at faculty of Unani medicine
An expert lecture was organised at the faculty of Unani medicine, focusing on maternal health. Speakers from the department of Niswanwa Qabalat, including Prof Subohi Mustafa and Prof Syed Tariq Murtaza, detailed how structured physical positioning aids pre- and post-natal recovery, accompanied by yogic demonstrations by Aushaf Ahmad.
Hindi essay competition by department of Sanskrit
A Hindi essay competition themed 'Vidyarthi Jeevan Mein Yoga Ki Upyogita' was hosted by the department of Sanskrit under chairperson Prof Sarika Varshney. The competition highlighted the importance of yoga in student life.
Yoga workshop at Begum Sultan Jahan Hall
Moving the health initiative into residential life, Begum Sultan Jahan Hall organised a yoga workshop that combined theoretical instruction with practical demonstrations of breathing exercises and postures. This allowed students to experience the benefits of yoga in a hands-on setting.
Across AMU, a clear consensus emerged from the week's workshops and sessions: yoga is a vital, practical tool for stress management and holistic health in contemporary life. The university's comprehensive approach ensured that the theme 'Yoga for Healthy Ageing' was effectively communicated and practiced.
