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Celebrating 6 Years of Excellence:Indian Yoga Association Gujarat Chapter Foundation Day
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Celebrating 6 Years of Excellence:Indian Yoga Association Gujarat Chapter Foundation Day 

The Indian Yoga Association, Gujarat Chapter, virtually celebrated its 6th Foundation Day on 29th December with the theme Yoga for Lifestyle Management. The program began with a prayer, followed by Mauli Baviskar introducing all dignitaries. The event emphasized yoga’s role in promoting holistic well-being, inspiring participants to integrate its principles into daily life.

The program began with an insightful speech by Sr. Vice Chairperson Meetal Koticha Shah on Yoga for Lifestyle Management. She highlighted yoga as a tool to tackle daily challenges, improve physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance. Simple practices like asanas, breathing exercises, and mindfulness foster resilience, focus, and harmony.

Shailesh Ji Rathod, Vice Chairperson of the Indian Yoga Association, Gujarat Chapter, delivered an enlightening lecture on Energy Management in Spirituality. He emphasized the role of yoga, meditation, and pranayama in channelizing energy, balancing chakras, and aligning with universal values. The session inspired participants toward positivity and holistic spiritual growth.

Rajeev Kumar Mishra, Secretary of the Indian Yoga Association, Gujarat Chapter, delivered a profound lecture on Meditation & Its Benefits. He highlighted meditation as a transformative practice to enhance mental clarity, emotional balance, and spiritual growth. Emphasizing its role in stress reduction and inner peace, he inspired attendees toward mindfulness and holistic wellness.

Bhakti Shah, Joint Secretary of the Indian Yoga Association, Gujarat Chapter, delivered an inspiring speech on Healthy Life Habits. She emphasized the importance of balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and mindful living for holistic well-being. Her practical tips on integrating yoga and positive routines into daily life motivated attendees toward a healthier lifestyle.

Mauli Baviskar shared her profound knowledge on Nadanusandhan and its benefits, highlighting the transformative power of sound and vibration in enhancing mental focus and spiritual growth. She explained how this practice harmonizes inner energies, calms the mind, and deepens self-awareness, inspiring attendees to explore this ancient path to holistic well-being.

Hinal Thakkar, a member of the Indian Yoga Association, delivered an insightful session on the Importance of Pranayama in Daily Life. She emphasized its role in enhancing respiratory health, reducing stress, and boosting mental clarity. Hinal encouraged incorporating pranayama practices to achieve inner balance, vitality, and overall well-being in everyday life.

Zeel Patel, a member of the Indian Yoga Association, Gujarat Chapter, highlighted the Importance of Surya Namaskar in a captivating session. She emphasized its role in improving flexibility, strengthening muscles, and enhancing mental focus. Zeel explained how this dynamic sequence harmonizes body, mind, and breath, promoting holistic health and spiritual growth.

Acharya Birju Maharaj, Chairperson of the Indian Yoga Association, Gujarat Chapter, delivered an insightful session on Yoga Nidra. He highlighted its power to balance mind, body, and soul, fostering self-awareness and Atma Chikitsa (soul healing). Participants experienced deep relaxation, inner peace, and profound healing through guided techniques and visualization.

The event concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks, followed by the harmonious Shanti Path, leaving attendees inspired and uplifted mind, and breath, promoting holistic health and spiritual growth.
Sincere gratitude to the Indian Yoga Association for their invaluable support and for providing the Zoom link, ensuring the success of the event.

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