Week Long Anti Drug Abuse Campaign cum Valedictory Begins at GHSC-10

Chandigarh, March 16, 2024: With the goal of promoting positive mental health among students, ‘A week long anti drug abuse campaign cum valedictory’ for students begins today at Government Home Science College, Chandigarh.In this context, under the able guidance of Principal of the college, Prof. Sudha Katyal, various theme based activities have been planned like yoga & meditation, awareness lecture on drug abuse, poster making & slogan writing, poetry recitation, essay writing, street play and t-shirt painting from March 14-20 by the VADA (Victory Against Drug Abuse) Club of the college. 

On the first day of the campaign the students were highlighted about the significance of various asanas and kriyas. Students performed different asanas which included Tadasana, Vrksasana, Padahastasana, Ardhacakrasana, Trikonasana, Bhadrasana, Sasankasana, Vakrasana, Makarasana, Pavanamuktasna, Savasana and Kapalabhati along with explaining the importance of each asana. Around 100 students participated in the session. Participants thoroughly performed  various asanas as demonstrated and the session brought a breeze of freshness amongst them. The session has significantly contributed in reducing stress, embracing positivity and increased concentration among students. 

Prof. Sudha Katyal, Principal of the college applauded the efforts of students and urged them to participate with great zeal in all the activities throughout the week. She further emphasised that Yoga is a spiritual practice that will help them to stay balanced, calm and peaceful. Also, it will further help them to reduce anxiety levels thereby enhancing their confidence.