12th International Yoga Day Celebrated with Enthusiasm at Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune, 22st June 2026: The 12th International Yoga Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Savitribai Phule Pune University. Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Suresh Gosavi presided over the event, which was held in the indoor hall of the Khashaba Jadhav Sports Complex on campus.
The programme was attended by Pro-Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Parag Kalkar; Deans Prof. (Dr.) Prabhakar Desai and Prof. (Dr.) Dhananjay Mandlik; Director of the Board of Innovation, Incubation and Linkages Prof. (Dr.) Devidas Golhar; Director of the School of Education Prof. (Dr.) Vilas Adhav; Assistant Director of the Sports Board Prof. (Dr.) Sudam Shelke; Director of the National Service Scheme (NSS) Prof. (Dr.) Ganesh Bhame; Head of the Department of Sports and Physical Education Dr. Vishnu Pethkar; Head of the Department of Education and Extension Prof. (Dr.) Geeta Shinde; and Director of Open and Distance Learning Dr. Vaibhav Jadhav. A large number of students, faculty members, and non-teaching staff from various departments were also present.
During the programme, Dr. Vishwanath Pise, assisted by students from the M.A. Yoga course, conducted demonstration and practice sessions of various yogasanas and pranayama techniques for the participants.
In his presidential address, Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Suresh Gosavi said, “In today’s fast-paced life, stress and mental pressure are increasing. In such a scenario, yoga is not merely a form of exercise but an effective way to lead a healthy, balanced and happy life. Everyone should make regular yoga practice an integral part of their daily routine.”
The event was anchored by Dr. Suman Pandey Mahadevan, while the vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Dadasaheb Dhengle.
