Faculty of Siddha Medicine

The 11th International Yoga Day – 2025

The 11th International Yoga Day celebration organized by the Siddha Medical Student Union, Faculty of Siddha Medicine, University of Jaffna on 21.06.2025 (Saturday) from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Auditorium, Faculty of Siddha Medicine, UOJ. The Department of Moolathaththuvam and Samooganala Maruththuvam actively assisted students during this event.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from Phase I and Final BSMS students, who actively contributed to the smooth execution of the program.

The program was honored by the presence of Dr. (Mrs.) Anushiya Sivaruban, Medical Officer, Teaching Hospital Kaithady, who invited as the Chief Guest for the occasion.

Students and teachers from five schools under the Thenmaradchi Zonal Division, Northern Province, Medical Officers from Siddha Teaching Hospital, Kaithady and students of faculty of Siddha Medicine benefited from this programme.
The following events were performed by the students of Phase – I BSMS under the guidance of Dr. (Mrs.) S.Krishna, Dr. (Ms.) T.Thayalini, Dr. (Mrs.) A.Sivaruban, Miss.J.Kavipriya and Miss.A.Anushiyaa.

Event Highlights:

  1. Siddhar Vanakkam
    Mr. Sirikesan Thuliksan, Miss. Pirathadsanamoorththi Jarusana, Miss. Vijinthan Dalshika and Miss. Indrakuma Yanshika
  2. Welcome Dance
    Miss. Patpanathan Keshani
  3. Yoga performance
    Brain-Boosting exercises (Surya Namaskaram, Chandra Namaskaram, Some specific Asanas and Muthdras)
    Sixteen Phase I BSMS students participated under the guidance of Dr. (Mrs.) J. Thanuraj and with the support of Miss.A.Anushiyaa, Miss.J.Kavipriya and Dr. (Mrs.) A.Sivaruban.
  4. Debate Session
    Six Phase I BSMS students participated under the guidance of Dr. S.Ramanaraj on “cly; cs Nkk;ghl;by; ngupJk; nry;thf;F nrYj;JtJ jpU%yu; Nahfhth? gjQ;ryp Nahfhth?”

The event witnessed active engagement from all participants and successfully highlighted the importance of yoga in promoting holistic health and well-being. The 11th International Yoga Day 2025 celebration was a great success, inspiring students and community members alike toward a healthier lifestyle.