Centenarian Yoga Guru BNS Iyengar Felicitated In Mysuru On 100th Birthday
B. N. S. Iyengar was felicitated in Mysuru on his 100th birthday, with disciples worldwide honouring his contribution to yoga.
A felicitation programme was held at the Sanskrit College in Mysuru to honour ‘Guruji’ B. N. S. Iyengar on his 100th birthday, bringing together followers and admirers of the centenarian yoga exponent.
The gathering marked a life dedicated to the practice and propagation of Yoga, and was attended by his disciples, well-wishers, and admirers from India and abroad.
Felicitation volume released
A felicitation volume titled ‘Yogi Varenya’ was released at the event to honour the contribution and achievements of ‘Guruji’ B. N. S. Iyengar.
Vidwan H. V. Nagaraja Rao, who delivered the felicitation address, spoke about the way yoga has crossed geographical, cultural, and linguistic boundaries to unite people across the world.
He observed that ‘Guruji’ is a living testimony to the transformative power and enduring benefits of yoga.
Mysore Yoga tradition in focus
Dr. Shankaranarayana Jois, who presided over the programme, spoke on the deeper dimensions of the Mysore Yoga tradition.
He also highlighted the benefits of the disciplined practice of asana.
The programme placed ‘Guruji’ within a wider tradition of yoga practice associated with Mysuru, while also underlining the global reach of his teaching through the presence of students and admirers from different places.
‘Yoga is not merely an exercise’
‘Guruji’ B. N. S. Iyengar emphasised that yoga is not merely an exercise but a discipline that contributes to both mental and physical well-being.
He said yoga should, therefore, be practised by one and all.
More than 100 students of ‘Guruji’ from different parts of the world participated in the programme, according to the organisers.
The organisers described the participation as making the programme an international celebration of yoga and its timeless tradition.
Source: The Hindu
Frequently asked questions
Who was felicitated in Mysuru on his 100th birthday?
Centenarian yoga guru B. N. S. Iyengar, also known as ‘Guruji’, was felicitated in Mysuru on his 100th birthday.
Where was the felicitation programme for B. N. S. Iyengar held?
The felicitation programme was held at the Sanskrit College in Mysuru.
What felicitation volume was released at the event?
A felicitation volume titled ‘Yogi Varenya’ was released to honour B. N. S. Iyengar’s contribution and achievements.
What did B. N. S. Iyengar say about yoga at the programme?
He said yoga is not merely an exercise but a discipline that supports both mental and physical well-being, and should be practised by everyone.
Who attended the programme honouring B. N. S. Iyengar?
His disciples, well-wishers, and admirers from India and abroad attended, including more than 100 students from different parts of the world.
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