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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangaluru (ANK)

Mangaluru, Jun 21: Minister for urban development and housing U T Khader inaugurated International Yoga Day celebration here at Father Muller indoor stadium on Thursday, June 21.

Father Muller Charitable Institution (FMCI) and its units’ members came together in large numbers to perform yoga on the eve of International Yoga Day.

Addressing the gathering, minister U T Khader said, "I congratulate all FMCI units on this day. Yoga is a natural gift to our country. There is no medicine found for stress and tension. Practicing yoga is the best medicine to relieve oneself from stress and tension. Students and staff should not only perform yoga, but should educate people about the benefits of the same, as your responsibility and duty. Yoga teaches you to breathe well and keep yourself fit. I wish everyone a happy Yoga Day."

Director of Father Muller Charitable Institution Fr Richard Coelho said, "Yoga helps keep diseases at bay. Practicing yoga will keep our body and mind fit. It keeps our sense and desire in control. It is good to see all Father Muller institutions coming together under one roof to perform yoga."

U T Khader was felicitated on the occasion.

Sunitha D’Souza, yoga instructor, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College helped the participants practise Yoga.

Dr Jayaprakash Alva, dean, Father Muller Medical College welcomed the gathering, Sr Jacintha D’Souza, principal, Father Muller College of Nursing rendered the vote of thanks, and Geetha Rebello, associate professor, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College compered the programme.

Administrator Fr Roshan D’Souza, Fr Rudolph D’Sa, Fr Vincent Saldanha, Fr Ajith Menezes, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College principal Dr Shivaprasad K, Fr Akhilesh P M, Jasmine Saritha and others were present.