The seventh International Yoga Day was observed by KIIT Group of Institutions & KISS on June 21, 2021 online. The theme of the International Yoga Day for this year was “Yoga for Fitness”. On this occasion, Dr Gaganendu Dash, Director Sports, KIIT & KISS, delivered the introduction speech and read out the message of the founder which said: “Yoga is the ancient custom of India and it is India’s best gift to the global community. It is often seen that more people are being attracted towards yoga around the world nowadays. While, it brings wonders to our body, during the pandemic, yoga is creating miracles to mitigate mental stress of the people.”
Among others, Prof Hrushikesha Mohanty, VC of KIIT DU; Prof Sasmaita Samanta, Pro VC; Prof Jnyana Ranjan Mohanty, Registrar, KIIT DU; and Dr Prasanta Kumar Routray, CEO of KISS laid focus on the advantages of various aspects of some foremost yoga asanas.
Some staff members of KIT and KISS practiced various postures of yoga under the guidance of the Yoga Coach of KIIT & KISS.