Media Release
Mangaluru, Jun 22: Mount Carmel Central School, celebrated International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm and unity on June 21, in the school auditorium. Centered around the official theme ‘Yoga for One Earth, One Health’, the vibrant celebration was hosted by the students of grades X C, D and XI. The programme commenced with a warm and lively introduction by emcees Jovial D’Souza and Ashlon Menezes, who set an engaging and cheerful tone for the morning.
The event opened with a soulful inter-faith prayer service led by Neha Castelino and group, invoking a spirit of peace and harmony across all faiths. Following this, Arush Ullal warmly welcomed the gathering and introduced the chief guest, Deepak Nayak, a renowned yoga, meditation, and counselling practitioner. Naik, along with his wife Shwetha Naik, was cordially greeted by the principal Sr Melissa, with a flower sapling, symbolising growth and appreciation.
The significance of International Yoga Day was creatively presented in a conversational and relatable format by Jinelle Pinto, Rochelle Lobo, Jeanine D’Souza, and Siyona Pinto. Their lively exchange highlighted the importance of yoga while incorporating live demonstrations of key yoga postures, making it an engaging and educational segment for the audience.
A thought-provoking mime performance by the boys of grade X powerfully illustrated the many benefits of yoga. Through expressive actions and silent storytelling, the act effectively conveyed how yoga can relieve stress, enhance concentration, and improve academic performance, particularly for students.
Adding a cultural touch, a celebration dance beautifully fused elegant movements with yoga postures, symbolising the union of mind and body. This visually captivating and spiritually uplifting performance resonated deeply with the essence of Yoga Day.
In his keynote address, Yoga Guru Deepak Nayak emphasized that yoga is not just a physical discipline but a lifelong practice essential for health and inner peace. He congratulated the students, their mentors, and the school management for putting together such a meaningful programme.
The event was further enriched by the inspiring words of principal Sr Melissa, who commended the students and their mentors for presenting a meaningful and well-executed programme. She encouraged all to adopt yoga as a daily practice and highlighted its growing relevance in today’s fast-paced world. She reminded students that yoga fosters spiritual maturity along with intellectual well-being and called on them to live harmoniously and care for the environment.
A special highlight of the event was the felicitation of exceptional achievers. Aaron D’Souza, grade X and Hanish Devadiga, grade IX who were honoured for their outstanding achievement in Karate, earning a Guinness World Record by performing karate techniques for two hours non-stop among 4,500 participants.
Ridhvi Madhukiran, grade VI was awarded for securing 5th rank at the State Level Hand Writing Competition, while Anya Sanyal, Grade V for obtaining 6th rank in the Wiz State level Spell Bee competition.
Additionally, winners of various school-level competitions from grades V to X were acknowledged in a prize distribution ceremony, applauding their hard work and dedication.
The programme concluded with a heartfelt gratitude rendered by Mahendra Vasanth, who sincerely appreciated the efforts and contributions of everyone who made the event a grand success.
In line with the CBSE mandate to promote healthy living through ‘Sugar Boards,’ the school also conducted an interactive health awareness session titled ‘Ditch Sugar and Boost Health’.
This was facilitated by a team of doctors from the AJ Institute of Dental Sciences, who educated the students about the harmful effects of excess sugar intake and encouraged healthier dietary habits by opting for nutritious alternatives.
Additionally, the scouts and guides team of MCCS also observed International Yoga Day on June 20, 2025, with a commendable programme that included a demonstration of six asanas by guide Keerthana and guide Poorvi, who also explained the benefits of each posture. Their session was well-received and contributed to the holistic spirit of the celebrations.
The Yoga Day celebration at Mount Carmel Central School concluded on a positive and refreshing note, leaving students, staff, and guests inspired to incorporate Yoga into their daily lives. The event served as a powerful reminder of yoga’s timeless relevance in fostering mental clarity, emotional balance, and physical well-being in today’s fast-paced world.