Indian Army, NEFTU students participate in yoga session

As part of the celebrations leading up to International Yoga Day 2026, the Indian Army conducted a special yoga session with students of the North Eastern Frontier Technical University (NEFTU) in Aalo, West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh on Saturday. The event was organised by the Spearhead Division under the Spear Corps in the scenic Siyom Valley and witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 100 students and Army personnel. The session aimed to promote physical fitness, mental well-being and holistic health among participants.

During the hour-long programme, students and soldiers practised a range of yoga postures, breathing exercises and wellness techniques designed to improve flexibility, concentration, emotional balance and overall fitness. Organisers highlighted yoga as an effective tool for fostering a healthy lifestyle, self-discipline and resilience.

Set against the tranquil backdrop of the Siyom Valley, the event underscored the Indian Army’s continued efforts to engage with youth and promote wellness awareness while strengthening ties between the military and civilian communities.

Officials said the initiative also carried forward the core message of International Yoga Day by encouraging harmony, unity and collective well-being through the practice of yoga.

Participants welcomed the programme and appreciated the opportunity to interact with Army personnel in a setting focused on health and fitness.

The event further strengthened the bond between the Indian Army and the youth of Arunachal Pradesh while reinforcing the values of discipline, positive living and community engagement.

The yoga session formed part of a series of activities being organised across the region in the run-up to International Yoga Day, observed annually on June 21.