Yoga, Prahari & Health hub

On 28th November 2024, Yoga Prahari and Health Hub of JIIT-62 organized an E-Poster Competition to raise awareness about the pressing issue of drug abuse. Aligned with the government’s Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, which aims to achieve a drug-free India, the event focused on themes like Say No to Drugs, Drug Abuse, and the vision of a Nasha Mukt Bharat. The competition aimed to educate students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and promote a sense of responsibility towards eradicating this societal menace. Participants creatively expressed their ideas through impactful e-posters, contributing to the broader government initiative of fostering a healthier and addiction-free nation.

On 20th November 2024, Yoga Prahari and Health Hub of JIIT-62 organized, a special talk on Mental Health Awareness and Drug Abuse as per the Department of Social and Justice Empowerment, Govt of India initiative & Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) was organised. This event aims to foster awareness about mental well-being and the impact of drug abuse, providing valuable insights for a healthier lifestyle. JIIT Yoga Prahari and Health Hub and CEDC organized an insightful session on mental health awareness and the dangers of drug abuse entitled, “Talk on Mental Health Awareness and Drug Abuse” on 20th November 2024, by renowned Speaker Dr.  Badri Bajaj, Associate Professor, HSS Department, JIIT-62. Dr. Badri provided valuable insights for the importance of mental health and also talked about drugs which can lead to long-term mental health problems. The event was very interactive and it was attended by all stream students and faculty members Around 102 participants, comprising students from various academic levels such as B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc., Ph.D., and faculty members at JIIT, actively took part.

On 11 November 2024, Yoga Prahari and Health Hub of JIIT-62 organized a Skit Play on the theme ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan’: Skit Play (About Drug Abuse). The main highlight of the event was a skit performed by a group of students, which vividly portrayed the physical, emotional, and social consequences of drug abuse. The skit also delivered a powerful message about the importance of seeking help and the many resources available for those in need of support. Around 51 participants, comprising students from various academic levels such as B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc., Ph.D., and faculty members at JIIT, actively took part in an event addressing the pervasive issue of drug misuse in India as part of Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE) initiative “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan” (NMBA) and UP Govt. initiative “एकयुद्धनशेकेविरूद्ध”.

Jaypee Institute of Information Technology celebrated the 10^th International Day of Yoga on 21 June 2024. Yoga is a holistic practice that integrates the body, mind, and spirit. Yoga is a way of life for better living and it is one of the simplest ways to build self-confidence and feel empowered. This year's theme for International Yoga Day, "Yoga for Women Empowerment," emphasized the transformative power of yoga in enhancing women's physical and mental well-being. This theme highlighted yoga's role in nurturing women’s overall development and contributing to a more inclusive and equitable society. It concluded with a session of Shantipath (peace invocation). The event witnessed approx. 85 attendees. The participants consisted of students, faculty members, staff and their family members from JIIT. 

The event was meticulously organized with the invaluable guidance and support of our esteemed Dean (Academics & research) and HOD Biotechnology Department, Prof Pammi Gauba and Prof Alka Sharma, Dean Humanities and social sciences and coordinator, NSS. 

The event offered a balanced blend of activities, including Suksham kriya, various asanas such as Tadasan, Shashak Asana, Makrasana, and Bhujangasana, Anulom vilom, vajrasan, khagasan, and a variety of Pranayams. 

Around 41 members including students of JIIT B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc., Ph.D., and faculty members participated in the event. Regular practice of yoga enhances concentration and focus of students. The combination of physical postures, controlled breathing, and mindfulness techniques helps students develop better attention spans, leading to improved academic performance and productivity. Yoga also enables the student to have good health, to practice mental hygiene, to possess emotional stability and to integrate moral values. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility, and well-being.

Around 29 members including students of JIIT B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc., Ph.D., and faculty members participated in the event. Regular practice of yoga enhances concentration and focus of students. The combination of physical postures, controlled breathing, and mindfulness techniques helps students develop better attention spans, leading to improved academic performance and productivity. Yoga also enables the student to have good health, to practice mental hygiene, to possess emotional stability and to integrate moral values. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility, and well-being. Yoga is now a popular form of exercise around the world. Furthermore, it also helps in relieving anxiety in students which eventually leads to better academic performance.

Around 80 members including students of JIIT B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc., Ph.D., and faculty members participated in the event. In recent time, one major student problem is getting burden of assignments, and balancing social media distractions and approaching deadlines is a big issue for students. Students find themselves overburdened trying to balance social responsibilities, part-time jobs, and coursework. One of the solutions to overcome with poor lifestyle is to promote awareness of yoga and meditation among the masses, especially young people. Therefore, by meditating regularly, students can develop the ability to cope with stress and can maintain calm in pressurizing situations. This quality boosts their emotional competency, confidence, self-esteem, and willpower. Exam anxiety sufferers may benefit from meditation. Yoga and meditation are often considered as a good source of relaxation as they aid in lowering blood pressure as well as hormone regulation. The Yoga and health hub tried to highlight this issue with the help of offline lecture session with meditation organized for the young students. The session focused on the importance of meditation, not falling for peer pressure and most importantly to overcome with the busy lifestyle burden and exam anxiety.

The yoga competition was a day filled with enthusiasm, strength, and serenity as 18 participants from various backgrounds came together to showcase their yoga skills.  The competition kicked off with a high-energy skipping contest. Participants demonstrated remarkable stamina and rhythm, with the top performers managing over 200 skips without missing a beat. The Om chant competition was a serene contrast, filling the room with a deep sense of calm.  The Surya Namaskar, or Sun Salutation, competition tested participants' flexibility, strength, and fluidity of movement. The challenge was to complete as many rounds as possible in a set time frame. The plank competition pushed physical limits, with contestants holding the plank position for extended periods. This unique competition combined the artistry of dance with the discipline of yoga, as participants transitioned from dynamic movements into static yoga asanas.  The day concluded with awards and recognition for the winners and participants. The competition not only celebrated the physical achievements of the contestants but also highlighted the deeper essence of yoga—a harmonious blend of mind, body, and spirit.

The “Say No to Drugs” Rangoli competition was held on 25 February 2024, aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and promoting a drug-free lifestyle among the community. Organized by Yoga, Prahari and Health Hub, the event saw enthusiastic participation from 15 contestants, each bringing creativity and message-driven artwork to the forefront at Rajiv Gandhi Memorial.  The competition concluded with an award ceremony, where the top three designs were recognized and rewarded. However, the true success of the event was measured by the profound impact it had on participants and spectators alike, sparking conversations and reflections on the importance of saying no to drugs.

On 23 November 2023, an enlightening online talk event focused on combating stigma associated with mental health and promoting awareness about drug abuse was recently organized by Yoga, Prahari, and Health Hub in collaboration with the Department of Biotechnology. Dr. Vishal Chaudhary, the esteemed founder of the Happy Mentals Club, served as the guest speaker for the event. Dr. Chaudhary delivered an impactful presentation, shedding light on the importance of dismantling societal stigmas surrounding mental health issues. The event aimed to create a safe space for discussions, foster understanding, and empower individuals to prioritize mental well-being while addressing the prevalent challenges of drug abuse.

On 6 November 2023; Nukkad Natak was recently organized by the Thespian in collaboration with the Yoga, Prahari and Health Hub, aiming to raise awareness and engage the audience. The play underscored the importance of resistance against peer pressure, emphasizing the need to support and counsel those in need. The objective was to motivate individuals struggling with addiction to seek proper treatment and to encourage a broader understanding of the issue, particularly among the younger population. Around 51 participants, comprising students from various academic levels such as B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc., Ph.D., and faculty members at JIIT, actively took part in an event addressing the pervasive issue of drug misuse in India as part of UP Govt. initiative “एकयुद्धनशेकेविरूद्ध”.

Jaypee Institute of Information Technologycelebrated the 9^th International Day of Yoga on 21 June 2023. The objective of the event was to celebrate the International Day of Yoga with great enthusiasm while promoting the theme Yoga for ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ with Harmonious Mass Yoga Demonstration. The event emphasized the importance of yoga in daily life, highlighting its physical, mental, and spiritual benefits. The participants consisted of students, faculty members, and staff from JIIT and Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, Noida, including B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc., and Ph.D. students and also from outside institutes.

Yoga can serve as an excellent way to relieve stress that builds up during the day in both the body and the mind. In order to handle stress, JIIT's Prahari and Health Hub organized a program entitled "Young Oneness Leader" with Expert Aadya Ji on 26/04/2023. Levels of mental discipline and phases of stress were taken into consideration during the discussion. For mental peace, a variety of regulated activities were also taught.

Yoga is a physical, mental, and spiritual discipline originating in ancient India. Taking accountfor the same, Yoga, Health and Prahari hub of JIIT organizeda seminar “Yoga in Stress Management” on 25th April 2023 with Ms. Priyadarshini(JIIT Alumni) to learn the importance of yoga for the decreased stress and tension, increased strength and balance, lowered blood pressure and reduced cortisol levels.

On 16/04/2023, Drug awareness -note campaign was organized by Yoga, Health and Prahari Hub along with Department of Biotechnology, Jaypee Institute of Information Technology Noida.  The aim of the campaign was to educate students about the risks associated with drug use, encourage them to make informed decisions, and promote a culture of wellness and safety. During the campaign college students were asked to write down a quote regarding drug abuse to create awareness thought of risk among them.

An online poster competition was conducted from 18th March 2023 to 2nd April 2023 on the occasion of Impressions 2023 to raise awareness about drug abuse. The competition aimed to encourage college students to create posters that highlighted the harmful effects of drug abuse and ways to prevent it.  Participants created posters that showcased the dangers of drug addiction and its impact on physical and mental health. They also highlighted ways to stay away from drugs and lead a healthy life. The competition was a huge success, and the posters created were powerful tools to spread awareness about drug abuse. 

On 14/02/2023,  Department of Biotechnology in association with Yoga, Prahari & Health Hub, and Capability, Enhancement and Development Cell and Alumni Cell organized a workshop on “Mind and Meditation” by Taru Gupta, a Certified Art of Living Teacher.  The workshop was being conducted as part of Govt initiated campaign with Art of Living ‘Har Ghar Dhyan’ under Azadi ka Mahotsav.

Dr. Upendra Baitha, Associate Professor, AIIMS, delivered an awareness talk on tobacco and its side effects, which was very well received by the students and faculty members. He encouraged the participants to maintain a healthy lifestyle by bringing physical and mental disciplines together.

Yoga, Prahari& Health Hub in collaboration with the Thespian organised a NukkadNatak play on the rising issue of “DrugAbuse in India” on 25 Nov. 2022.The play focused on the importance of resistance, not falling for peer pressure and most importantly to help and counsel those in need of help.

• Yoga and Health Hub in association with Bhartiya YogSansthan, Delhi celebrated the International Yoga Dayon June 21, 2022 on the theme “Yoga for Humanity” in Hybrid mode. Yoga Session was conducted for faculty and students of JIIT and Jaypee Anupshahr.

• An Essay Competition on the topic “Yoga and Health” was organized to promote awareness about Yoga.

• A Poster and Photograph Competition on the Theme “Yoga and Health” was conducted on the eve of 8^th International Day of Yoga.

• An Online Yoga Session was conducted on 7^th May, 2022. The Yoga Expert Captain PK Singh (Retd)‘Indian Navy’, conducted the session which was focused on “Yoga for Mental Well Being”. The session consisted of lecture, yogic exercises and pranayama. More than 100 faculty and students participated in the event. The session was also followed by Q&A.

• A Webinar was held on the topic “Stress management” on April 16 2022 at 10:00 AM. The speaker Dr. Swati Sharma, Associate Professor, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, gave valuable tips to manage stress. Approximate 140 students and faculty members participated in the talk which was held in offline mode, following appropriate COVID protocol. The session was very interactive and appreciated by both the students as well as faculty members. The HOD of Biotechnology Prof. PammiGauba presented the vote of thanks.

• The regular Yoga sessionswere held by trained Yoga professional Ms. Priyadarshini in April and May 2022. The sessions were organized for students and Non-Teaching staff to orient them to a useful break from continuous sitting at the computer or lab work.

The impact of Covid-19 had been paramount and was evident in different cohorts of the society. The impact had not only affected the daily routine but had an impact on the psychological perspectivesof individuals. The Objective of the events was to append the attendees a psychologist’s opinion on the impact of the Covid pandemic and strategic approaches to overcome that. The speaker also provided an impetus on the approaches for overcoming the psychological stress and for holistic development of society at large. The talk was attended by 95 participants. 

The international yoga day was celebrated on 21^st June, 2021 to bring peace, harmony, happiness and success to every soul in the world. Jaypee Institute of Information Technologyfollowed the national theme of the year “Yoga for wellness”, so that people can concentrate on good health, especially in the unprecedented times of COVID19. "Yoga and Health Hub" of JIIT in association with "Bhartiya YogSansthan" arranged the special session on the occasion for International Day of Yoga. Around 40 members participated in the event. Students got the chance to know how yoga embodies unity of mind and body. The students and faculty members performed yoga under the able guidance of ‘Bhartiya YogSansthan members’ between 5.30pm – 6.45pm. Different yoga postures like Vrikshasana, Uttaanaasan, Trikonaasana, Bhadrasana, Shashankaasana, Bhujangasana, Pawana Muktaasana were performed that finally ended with Pranayama and meditation. Prayers were recited before and after the program. The celebration was concluded after the delivery of the vote of thanks by our fellow faculty members

According to yoga tradition, the chakras are part of the subtle body, a part of you that you can’t see or touch. It’s where your energy flows, which is why it’s also referred to as the energy body. A well-tuned asana practice can free up energy and stimulate an imbalanced chakra, paving the way for that wonderful internal shift for which yoga is known. A Special YOGA Session was successfully conducted on “Introduction to Chakras and post- COVID complications” by the Yoga and Health Hub on 18 June 2021. 

Yoga sessions were conducted on “Head, Neck and Shoulder” on 4^th and 11^th June, 2021. Active participation was seen throughout the session.  Yoga for tense neck and shoulders are asanas or poses that are targeted towards the spine since our neck and shoulders are connected to the spinal area. Yoga for neck and shoulders works towards creating flexibility in the spine and breathing helps one calm mind by relieving pain and stress. Yoga for stiff shoulders and neck also targets the muscles in neck and shoulders by stretching and strengthening them helping in easing their natural movements and enhancing the body’s ability to work and do other activities without straining these areas.

Yoga gives us a way to tap into the present moment of stability. The poses help quiet the fluctuations of your mind into gentler wave patterns. Use the tools of yoga to heal your body and find support in every day. Connect with your breath and practice going with the flow. It will change your life.Self-care is important and so is support to our body. So the Yoga and Heath Hub conducted yoga sessions on “Back Pain” on 21 May, 2021. All the participants actively participated in the session. 

The starting point of yoga practice is breathing Kriyas, which build a strong base for Asana practice. Breathing Kriyas correct wrong breathing, develop breathing awareness, breathing harmony and connect the body and mind through breath. They release muscular fatigue and tensions, along with relaxing the body. A relaxed body becomes supple for Asana practice.Yoga sessions were conducted on “Breathing Exercises” in the month of April 2021. The participants actively participated and appreciated its importance in COVID time.

• A poster competition on “Yoga in Daily Life” was held on 29-02-2020 during Institute’s annual festival “Impression 2020”. Approximately 30 students participated in the event.

• A health quiz competition “QuizYoga” was held on 29-02-2020 during Institute’s annual festival “Impression 2020”. Approximately 40 students participated in the event.

Workshop on “Yoga in daily life”

• Date Venue Time: 16th October 2019 (11.00AM)- LT3(ABB-1)
• Brief Description: Curriculum is so packed that there was no time to flush out the stress going on in the mind of students. Keeping this problem in mind and to help students in managing the stress, our hub organized a motivational talk in association with capability enhancement and development cell. Dr. Poonam Kathuria,who is a prominent speaker and District Head of Bhhartiya Yog Sansthan and Mrs. Bhupinder kaur, the executive member of Bhartiya Yog Sansthan were invited to conduct the workshop. A motivational talk and a meditation session were held where benefits and importance of yoga and meditation were discussed. 
• Number of Participants- 175

• Daily Yoga classes were conducted in association with Bhartiya Yog Sansthan, Delhi for newly admitted students from 20-07-2018 to 29-07-2018 under "Student Induction Program". It was regularly attended by approximately 600 students.
• The same 9 day program was held from 20-07-2019 to 28-07-2019 for the newly admitted students

International Yoga Day is celebrated on 21st June every year since 2016 in association with Bhartiya Yog Sansthan. It has been a 2 hour Yoga and meditation sessions which is attended by approximately 200 students every year. Read more