A yoga awareness workshop was held on June 25, 2025, from 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm at SH4 Soosairathnam Hall, University of Vavuniya. The event was organized with the participation of Yogi Ram Sunthar, the resource person, along with his three assistants, two school students, the Vice-Chancellor, the Well-being Director, as well as staff and students of the university. The workshop began with a welcome address by the Well-being Director, who spoke on the importance of yoga in maintaining mental and physical health, especially for students and academic professionals. Her speech set a meaningful tone for the session, highlighting yoga as a valuable tool for holistic well-being. Following the welcome, Yogi Ram Sunthar delivered the keynote speech. He discussed the importance of yoga and gave a motivational talk that emphasized the five major components of yoga: asana (postures), pranayama (breath control), dhyana (meditation), relaxation, and ethical living. His message was inspiring and encouraged everyone to include yoga in their daily routine. Next, one of the assistants of the resource person delivered a short speech about yoga, further explaining its principles and benefits. This added depth to the session and reinforced the concepts introduced earlier. A practical yoga session followed, during which Yogi Ram Sunthar and his assistants guided the participants through various yoga exercises and techniques. The practical segment was engaging and gave the participants hands-on experience with different aspects of yoga practice. After the practice, the Vice-Chancellor addressed the gathering, appreciating the initiative and acknowledging the value of yoga in promoting a healthier campus environment. He encouraged all students and staff to regularly engage in yoga for their overall well-being. The session concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by the Well-being Director, who expressed her gratitude to the resource person, assistants, participants, and organizers. The workshop was a great success and left a positive impact on all who attended, promoting awareness and enthusiasm for yoga in the university community.
