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International Yoga Day
On June 21st, 2025, the Faculty of Business Administration (FOBA) at GLS University commemorated International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm and a deep sense of purpose, organizing a well-structured and engaging one-hour yoga session from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM on the university lawn. This global event, recognized annually, highlights the ancient practice of yoga as a holistic approach to health and well-being, integrating physical, mental, and spiritual development. At FOBA, the celebration was aimed not only at spreading awareness about the importance of yoga but also at actively encouraging students to incorporate it into their daily lives to cope with academic stress and lead a balanced lifestyle. A small yet highly motivated group of six to seven students from the faculty participated in the session, demonstrating a sincere commitment to health and mindfulness. The session was conducted under the expert guidance of a certified yoga instructor who carefully designed a flow that was suitable for both beginners and those with prior experience. It commenced with light stretching and warm-up exercises to prepare the body and reduce the risk of injury. This was followed by the demonstration and practice of key yoga asanas, including Tadasana (Mountain Pose), which helps improve posture and focus; Vrikshasana (Tree Pose), known for enhancing balance and concentration; Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog), which strengthens the arms and spine while relieving tension; and Shavasana (Corpse Pose), which encourages deep relaxation and bodily awareness. Each posture was explained in detail, with emphasis on its physical benefits and mental impact, helping participants connect movement with mindful breathing. The session then transitioned into pranayama, or controlled breathing techniques, such as Anulom Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing) and Kapalbhati (Skull Shining Breath), both of which are widely recognized for improving lung capacity, calming the mind, and energizing the body. These exercises served as a bridge between the physical postures and the final segment of the session, which was a brief yet impactful meditation practice. During meditation, students were guided to focus inward, promoting a sense of calm, clarity, and emotional stability. Feedback from the participants was overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing that the session left them feeling refreshed, mentally clear, and physically energized. Several students also noted that beginning the day with yoga helped them maintain better focus throughout the day and inspired them to adopt yoga more regularly. The faculty’s initiative to host this event not only celebrated a significant international observance but also reinforced its commitment to fostering holistic student development. By providing a platform for experiential learning beyond academics, FOBA highlighted the value of integrating wellness into education. The International Yoga Day celebration ultimately served as a reminder of the importance of self-care, mindfulness, and physical fitness in shaping well-rounded, resilient individuals. Through this initiative, the Faculty of Business Administration effectively promoted a culture of health and well-being, leaving a lasting impression on the participating students and encouraging a lifestyle anchored in balance and inner harmony.
International Yoga Day
On June 21st, 2024, the Faculty of Business Administration (FOBA) actively participated in the International Yoga Day celebrations. The event took place from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM at the lawn , engaging students and promoting the importance of yoga for physical and mental well-being.
Participants
A group of 6-7 enthusiastic students from FOBA participated in the session.
Activities
The yoga session included a series of traditional yoga asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing exercises), and a short meditation segment. The session was led by a certified yoga instructor who guided the participants through various exercises aimed at improving flexibility, strength, and relaxation.
Warm-up Exercises: The session began with light stretching and warm-up exercises to prepare the body for the yoga postures.
Asanas: The instructor demonstrated and explained the benefits of each asana. Participants practiced a range of postures, including:
Tadasana (Mountain Pose)
Vrikshasana (Tree Pose)
Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward Dog)
Shavasana (Corpse Pose)
Pranayama: Breathing exercises such as Anulom Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing) and Kapalbhati (Skull Shining Breath) were performed to enhance respiratory health and mental clarity.
Meditation: The session concluded with a brief meditation, promoting mental peace and stress relief.
Impact and Feedback
The participating students expressed positive feedback, noting the rejuvenating effect of the session and the importance of integrating such practices into their daily routines. They appreciated the focus on wellness and the opportunity to start their day with a calm and focused mind.
Conclusion
The International Yoga Day event at GLS University was a successful endeavor, highlighting the importance of yoga in achieving a balanced lifestyle. It reinforced the faculty's dedication to the overall development of its students, emphasizing not only academic excellence but also physical and mental health.
Yoga Day Celebrations-2023
he Faculty of Business Administration organized a session on Yoga on 26th December 2023. As per the words of our honorable Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi. He said, “Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. It embodies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfillment; harmony between man and nature; and a holistic approach to health and well-being. It is not about exercise but about discovering the sense of oneness with yourself, the world, and nature. By changing our lifestyle and creating consciousness, it can help in well-being.” The day was celebrated by the students and teachers at Gujarat Vidyapeeth ground with great enthusiasm on 26th December 2023. Students of FOBA demonstrated various yoga asanas. Warm-up exercises were taken and all the students performed sitting and standing asanas, the importance of these was explained simultaneously.
International Yoga Day Celebrations
As you are aware, the International Yoga Day (IDY) is celebrated every year on 21st June, which is celebrated all over the world. This idea was proposed by our honorable Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi. He said, “Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature. By changing our lifestyle and creating consciousness, it can help in well-being.”
We are happy to inform you all that after these year it has been divided two parts where the Surya namaskar was organized on 17th June 2023 and , On 21st June 2023 we again gathered on the occasion of World Yoga Day, students of Faculty of Business Administration assembled at the GLS campus to celebrate this event. Students of S.Y. and T Y had registered for the same and they all gathered at the campus at 7.15 am on that day.
The professor in-charge was Dr Minal Joshi who coordinated and supervised the event for the college. 18 Students participated in the event and practiced various Yoga poses as per the guidance of the yoga instructors sent by the University Yoga teacher The event ended at 9 am
Day 2 Fun Week- Annual Day Function
The second day was Annual Day Function (27 December 2022). Students performed dances, skit, songs, fashion show and the show ended with the game of Antakshari between students and faculty members.
National Colloquium on the theme of Gender Equity
One-day National colloquium titled ‘Gender Equity and Equality’ organized by Faculty of Business Administration, GLS University, Ahmedabad on 8th October 2022. Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world. Women and girls, everywhere, must have equal rights and opportunities, and be able to live free of violence and discrimination. The colloquium was enriched through keynote speech, panel discussion, gender sensitization Lit Fest (Literature, Interpretation, Talks) and research poster presentation as our target audience happened to be academicians as well as students.
As a keynote speaker, Ms. Shubhrastha was invited.
After that, the panel discussion got started and experts from different areas were invited:
Ms. Riri Trivedi ( psychologist)
Ms. Megha Jani (Senior Advocate)
Ms. Mini Josheph (ACP)
Mr. Krunal Shah (Youth Advisor, Board Member, UNICEF)
Ms. Esha Shah (Corporate Trainer)
Mr. Kaushik Das ( VP, certified coach)
Panel discussion was moderated by Ms. Rebecca Sudan and the response was great from the side of the audience.
National Colloquium on the theme of Gender Equity
One-day National colloquium titled ‘Gender Equity and Equality’ organized by Faculty of Business Administration, GLS University, Ahmedabad on 8th October 2022. The colloquium was enriched through a keynote speech, panel discussion, gender sensitization Lit Fest (Literature, Interpretation, Talks) and research poster presentation as our target audience happened to be academicians as well as students. As a keynote speaker, Ms. Shubhrastha was invited and she delivered the keynote address on the basis of her experience with a great connect with students then questions were welcomed and answered properly.
International Yoga Day
The International Yoga Day (IDY) is celebrated every year on 21st June, which is celebrated all over the world. This idea was proposed by our honorable Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi. He said, “Yoga is an invaluable gift of India’s ancient tradition. It is not about exercise but to discover the sense of oneness with yourself, the world and the nature. By changing our lifestyle and creating consciousness, it can help in well-being.” We are happy to inform you all that after the pandemic, On 21st June 2022, on the occasion of World Yoga Day, students of Faculty of Business Administration assembled at the GLS campus to celebrate this event.Our Students participated in the event and practiced various Yoga poses as per the guidance of the yoga instructors sent by the University Yoga teacher.
