IIST marked the 11th edition of the International Day of Yoga with a two-day celebration that brought together reflection, stillness, and movement. June 20th had a talk on "The Role of the Heart in Human Evolution" by Hariprasad Menon from the Heartfulness Institute, exploring the deep connections between the physical-emotional wellness and the heart, and how meditation helps in this.

This was followed by a guided Heartfulness Meditation session led by Prof. U A Subramanian, Professor of Practice, Aerospace Engineering, IIST. On June 21, the IIST community came together in the early hours of the morning for a rejuvenating yoga practice session. Led by Sreelekshmi V R, a certified yoga trainer, the morning included a series of asanas and pranayama practices. Students, faculty, staff, and CISF personnel participated in this, embracing the spirit of yoga in unity.

A heartfelt thanks to all who joined in making this celebration meaningful. Let’s carry forward the calm, clarity, and connection that yoga brings — not just for a day, but every day.