Mysuru: St. Joseph’s Girls’ Pre-University College, Sathagalli, Mysuru and Teresian College, had jointly organised the Mysuru City Inter-Collegiate Men’s and Women’s Yoga Championship on Oct. 28, under the guidance of the Department of Physical Education, University of Mysore, at St. Joseph’s Girls’ PU College campus. 

Rev. Fr. Edward William Saldanha, Secretary of MDES, inaugurated the event by watering a plant. He highlighted the importance of sports and yoga in promoting physical fitness, mental peace, concentration  and discipline.  

Anthony Moses, Director of Physical Education and Sports, Teresian College and Convener of MCICT, spoke on the significance of sports in building confidence and fitness among youth.  

Over 50 students from 25 colleges across Mysuru city participated in the competition, demonstrating various yoga posture with balance and focus. 

Christiana Philomena Perera, Principal of St. Joseph’s Girls’ PU College, welcomed. Dr. Vani Christopher, Director of Physical Education and Sports at St. Joseph’s PU and Degree College and Organising Secretary, proposed a vote of thanks. Dr. J.N. Komal, Kannada Lecturer, compered the programme.