The 5th International Day of Yoga was celebrated on 20th June 2019 at Surendranath Centenary School,Ranchi with great enthusiasm and vigour. A special yoga session was conducted for the students of classes III to VIII. The Programme commenced with a short prayer .The students performed various ‘Asanas’ like Bhujangasana, Vajrasana, Tadasana, Chakrasana, Halasana etc in the school premises under the guidance of their yoga teacher. He also narrated the usefulness of different ‘asanas’ which helps to cure many diseases and keeps the mind and body healthy, stress-free and cheerful. Students gave an impressive rhythmic demonstration of asanas creating a strong impact on the audience. Today’s generation find it difficult to cope up with stress and anxiety so during the session they learnt how to overcome these problems. The main aim was to raise awareness and ignite a passion for fitness and yoga among the students. The programme concluded by the presentation of two asanas by the students of classes III to V of their choice and a special presentation by them. Teachers and non teaching staff also participated and performed various asanas with great intensity. The Principal Mrs. Samita Sinha said `Yoga is essential for inner and physical growth. It enables us to live a healthy life.` She also motivated the students to make yoga an important part of their daily routine to stay fit and healthy.