The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, in collaboration with the High Commission of India, commemorated the International Day of Yoga with a session at the KNUST Wellness Centre.

The event brought together both teaching and non-teaching staff in a celebration of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Madam Linda Adua, a Yogini and representative of the High Commission of India, led the session.
"Yoga is not a religion," she said. "The word 'Yoga' means 'to unite', the union of the spirit, soul, and body. Yoga allows for the free flow of blood in the body and can relieve issues like chronic back pain. It is also an excellent complement to gym-based exercise routines."

Mr. Emmanuel Baidoo, Principal Library Assistant at the KNUST Library Mall, shared his experience.
"The yoga session was both insightful and healing. I arrived with back pain, but by the end, the pain had eased and I felt free in spirit, body, and soul. The turnout was impressive, and I encourage the Wellness Centre to hold more of such sessions to support our health," he said.

Mr. Rabbi Darko, Counsellor and Secretary of the KNUST Wellness Centre, also addressed the common misconceptions surrounding yoga in Ghana.
"From my experience today, yoga is simply another form of exercise, much like the routines we already do. It should be considered as part of our regular fitness programmes. Yoga is not tied to any religion, it is a calming, rejuvenating practice that eases stress and supports overall wellness."

He added that the Centre looks forward to incorporating yoga into its ongoing health and wellness initiatives on campus.