JAMMU, Oct 18: The School of Education, MIER College of Education (Autonomous), organised ‘Yoga Setu: Living Awareness Tour’ at the Ayush Department, Government Ayurvedic Hospital, Jammu. The educational visit provided 72 B.Ed. and M.Ed. students from Semesters I and III with experiential learning opportunities linked to Indian Knowledge Systems, Yoga Education, and Self-Development.
Dr. Arun Sharma, Medical Officer, welcomed the students and highlighted the importance of yoga and Indian Knowledge Systems in promoting physical health, mental well-being and balanced living.
Vanshika, Yoga Trainer and Instructor, demonstrated various yoga asanas and guided students through practical exercises. An awareness session addressed PCOS/PCOD, diabetes and cervical health, emphasising preventive healthcare, physical activity, healthy lifestyle choices and timely medical consultation.
Students also visited the hospital’s therapy centre, where they learned about traditional wellness practices, including Mud Therapy and Shirodhara. Dr. Aruna Bhat, the Superintendent, encouraged students to adopt preventive healthcare practices and make informed choices for their well-being.
Prof. Adit Gupta, Principal, appreciated the initiative, noting that experiential learning opportunities enable future educators to connect traditional knowledge with contemporary educational and health needs. Prof. Nishta Rana, Head, SoE, emphasised the importance of linking classroom learning to real-world experiences, enabling future teachers to recognise yoga, wellness and Indian Knowledge Systems as integral to holistic development.
Suman Devi proposed the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to the hospital authorities, resource persons, faculty coordinators and students. The faculty coordinators for the visit were Suman Gupta, Suman Devi, Sakshi, and Kajal Kotwal, Assistant Professors at MIER College of Education.