KIIT School of Sports and Yogic Sciences, in collaboration with the Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi
Hosts the Two-Day 1st International Conference on Contemporary Yoga Styles: Applications and Benefits for Sports Training and Sports Performance (ICCYSP 2024) on 27th December 2024.
MEDIA REPORT: In a landmark event marking a significant step towards integrating ancient wisdom with modern sports science, the School of Sports and Yogic Sciences, KIIT Deemed to be University (KIIT-DU), inaugurated its 1st International Conference on Contemporary Yoga Styles: Applications and Benefits for Sports Training and Sports Performance on 27th December 2024. The two-day conference is being held under the esteemed aegis of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi.
The grand inauguration was graced by an esteemed panel of dignitaries and thought leaders from the fields of yoga, sports, and academia. Prof. Payoshni Mitra, a celebrated researcher and social activist from the UK, delivered an impactful keynote address, sharing profound insights on gender equality in sports. She lauded Prof. Achyuta Samanta, Hon’ble Founder of KIIT, KISS, and KIMS, for his relentless efforts and unwavering support in fostering a culture of sports and yoga excellence.
The conference was further enriched by the presence of Prof. (Dr.) Baljit Singh Sekhon, Joint Secretary (Sports), AIU, New Delhi, Prof. Susant Kumar Dash, Director, Department of Animal Breeding Genetics & Former Secretary, Sports Council, OUAT, Dr. Satyanarayan Mishra, Professor of Yoga, Utkal University, Prof. Taraknath Paramanik, Professor, IGIPESS (University of Delhi), Dr. Rina Poonia, Director of Sports, Manipal University, Prof. Jnyana Ranjan Mohanty, Registrar, KIIT-DU, Dr. Gaganendu Dash, Conference Convenor and Director General, KIIT School of Sports and Yogic Sciences, and Sri Lalatendu Mishra, Director of Sports.
During the felicitation ceremony, Prof. Jnyana Ranjan Mohanty and Dr. Gaganendu Dash honored the distinguished speakers and guests with tokens of gratitude and appreciation on behalf of Prof. Achyuta Samanta Hon’ble Founder KIIT,KISS & KIMS.
Prof. Achyuta Samanta extended his heartfelt best wishes for the success of the conference and expressed his commitment to supporting more such global collaborations in the future.
The inaugural conference promises to be an enlightening journey with discussions, technical sessions, and collaborative dialogues aimed at uncovering the transformative potential of yoga in enhancing sports performance, mental resilience, and overall well-being.