Mysuru, June 21 -- The University of Mysore, in association with GSS, also organised International Day of Yoga (IDY) celebrations at the Sports Pavilion in the Manasagangothri campus this morning.

The programme was inaugurated by noted orator Prof. Krishnegowda and GSS Founder Srihari Dwarkanath. University of Mysore Vice-Chancellor Prof. N.K. Lokanath, Registrar M.K. Savitha and Registrar (Evaluation) Prof. N. Nagaraja were present.

Hundreds of students, faculty members and members of the public participated in the event. The Yoga session, conducted under the guidance of certified trainers, was held from 7 am to 8 am. Participants were also provided e-certificates.

Addressing the gathering, Prof. Krishnegowda described Yoga as India's...