Government College for Women, M A Road, Srinagar celebrated the International Yoga Day on June 21, 2019 in which over 60 students participated.
Staff Secretary, Prof. Muzaffar Ahmad Bhat, Dean Arts, Prof. Rubeena Khateeb, Prof. Lubna Nehvi and Co-convener of Sports Committee, Prof. Fozia Fatima were present on the occasion.
The International Day of Yoga is celebrated annually on June 21 to raise global awareness about the benefits of the ancient Indian practice. On December 11, 2014, the United Nations General Assembly declared June 21 as ‘International Day of Yoga’, months after Prime Minister, Narendra Modi proposed the idea.