Devika Yoga Classes

20/09/2025

I feel truly blessed to have been invited by Sri Sharada Mahila Vrunda to deliver a speech on “How to Live Peacefully and Manage Stress in Today’s Fast-Paced Life” during their Annual Meeting.

It was a wonderful experience to connect with so many graceful and inspiring ladies. The interaction session that followed made the program even more meaningful, as it gave me the opportunity to listen, share, and learn together.

My heartfelt thanks to the President, Satyavathi, for entrusting me with this opportunity. I also offer my deep gratitude to Swamiji, whose blessings added strength and positivity to the occasion.

The event, held at the Sharada Auditorium, Ramakrishna Mission, Mangaluru, was indeed a memorable one, filled with warmth, wisdom, and togetherness.

10/08/2025

Savayava Grahakara Balaga organised a week-long Health Awareness Program, and I feel truly happy and honoured to be associated with this meaningful campaign aimed at spreading awareness about health.

As a guest speaker, I had the privilege to speak on the topic “ಸಾಮಾಜಿಕ ಒತ್ತಡದಲ್ಲೂ ಆರೋಗ್ಯ ಕಾಪಾಡುವ ಕ್ರಮಗಳು” and share my thoughts with the audience.

My heartfelt gratitude to Ratnakar Anna and all the members of the Balaga for giving me this wonderful opportunity and for their warm support throughout the program.
9/08/25

17/07/2025

This morning, I had the wonderful opportunity to deliver a session on Yoga and the importance of breath at P.A POLYTECHNIC College Nadupadavu, Mangaluru,for the first-year Diploma Students of the Academic year 2025 - 2026 as part of their induction program day.

I would like to sincerely thank Prof. K. P. Soofie, Principal of the college, and Ajit Kumar Vasu Sir, Head of the Department, for inviting me and giving me this meaningful opportunity to connect with young minds. It was truly a pleasure to be part of such an important day in their academic journey.

10/07/2025

Guru Purnima Greetings 🙏

Today, on this sacred day of Guru Purnima, also known as Vyas Purnima, I bow down in deep reverence and gratitude to all the guiding lights in my life.

To my parents, who gave me the foundation of values and love…
To my teachers and professors, who nurtured my knowledge and shaped my thinking…
To my Yoga Gurus, who led me on the path of inner awareness, health, and spiritual discipline…
And to all the wonderful souls—friends, well-wishers, and mentors—who have stood by me, inspired me, and contributed to my personal and professional growth…

I offer my heartfelt thanks to each one of you.
Your presence in my life is a blessing I cherish deeply.

May we continue to walk the path of learning, light, and self-evolution together.
Gurubhyo Namaha 🙏

23/06/2025

On the occasion of International Yoga Day – 21.06.2025,
a vibrant yoga session was conducted by me under the banner of Devika Yoga Classes at Indira Priyadarshini Vanitha Vana Park, Lalbagh, in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Mangalore Central and Global Echo Green Foundation.

It was an honour to have distinguished guests with us –
Rotary President Bhaskar Rai,
Press Club President Srinivas Nayak,
Harish Rai, and
Former Mangaluru Commissioner Prabhakar Sharma.

Together, we celebrated the spirit of yoga – unity, health, and mindfulness – in the midst of nature’s calm surroundings. Grateful to all the participants and supporters who made this celebration truly meaningful.

Let us continue to carry the light of yoga forward every day! 🧘‍♀️🌿✨

22/06/2025

It was a great honour to be felicitated this morning on the occasion of International Yoga Day by the Indian Red Cross Society. My heartfelt thanks to President Shri Shantaram Shetty C.A. and Principal Dr. Jagadeesh Bala from the Department of Physical Education for recognising my contribution in the field of Yoga and my humble service to society.

Receiving this recognition was truly a privilege, and I remain ever grateful for this encouragement.

My sincere thanks also to the Rotary Club of Mangalore Central, Shri Bhaskar Rai, and Press Club President Shri Srinivas Nayak for their kind support and presence.

21/06/2025

Morning first yoga session at Vanitha Vana park Lalbagh, Mangalore

21/06/2025

On the occasion of International Yoga Day, a special yoga session was organised by Govt. Pre-University College for Girls. Balmatta, Mangalore..It was heartening to see enthusiastic participation from both students and teachers in the practice of Yogasanas and Pranayama.

My heartfelt gratitude to Principal Smt. Vanitha Devadiga for giving me the opportunity to conduct this session.

It was a truly enriching experience to practice alongside the college students. A special appreciation to the girls who performed the asanas with such grace and confidence — you made the session even more inspiring. 🙏🏼🧘🏻‍♀️

06/04/2025

An Evening to Remember

Yesterday evening was truly a memorable and humbling experience. I was deeply honoured to receive the Kavi Chakravarthi Pampa Sadbhavana Rajya Prashasthi during the Ranga Sambhrama 2025 held at the iconic Ravindra Kalakshetra.

The award ceremony was graced by the presence of Justice Nitte Santosh Hegde, who presided over the event. Justice Hegde, born on 16 June 1940, is a former judge of the Supreme Court of India, former Solicitor General of India, and served with distinction as the Lokayukta (ombudsman) for the state of Karnataka from 2006 to 2011.

Receiving an award named after Kavi Chakravarthi Pampa, also revered as Adikavi Pampa, is a great honour for me. Pampa, a 10th century Kannada poet and Jain scholar, is celebrated as the First Poet and a foundational figure in Kannada literature. His magnum opuses, “Vikramārjuna Vijaya” (also known as Pampa Bharata) and “Ādi Purāṇa”, not only pioneered the champu style (a literary form blending prose and poetry) but also laid the groundwork for generations of Kannada poets and writers to come.

Pampa served as the court poet of Arikesari II, a Vemulavada Chalukya king and a feudatory of the Rashtrakuta emperor Krishna III. His Vikramārjuna Vijaya is a distinctive Jain retelling of the Mahabharata, where Arjuna is portrayed as the central heroic figure, an interpretation that reflects Jain philosophical ideals.

Pampa’s influence transcended Kannada, inspiring the evolution of Telugu literature from Kadamba script and literature, which began to take form nearly two centuries after his time.

To be recognised in the name of such a literary titan is not only a personal honour but also a moment of deep reflection and gratitude.

https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=1277011.

28/03/2025

26/03/2025

I am honored and delighted to receive the Shri Kengal Hanumanthaih Sadbhavana National Award today at Ravindra Kalakshetra for my 20 years of dedicated service in the field of Yoga and social service. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Kannada and Culture Department and Mrs. Laksh*tha Gangavathi for recognizing my contributions. This award serves as a great motivation for me to continue my efforts in promoting health, healing, and well-being through Yogasanas and Pranayama, striving for a healthier society, state, and nation.

It is an even greater privilege to receive an award named after Shri Kengal Hanumanthaiah, the visionary former Chief Minister of Karnataka and the mastermind behind the iconic Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru.

At the time of India’s independence, only Madras, Bombay, Kolkata, and Delhi had the necessary infrastructure, including legislative assembly buildings, while Karnataka had to build everything from scratch. The story of Vidhana Soudha’s architecture dates back to when a Russian cultural delegation visited Bengaluru. Inspired and challenged by their remarks, Kengal Hanumanthaiah took it upon himself to create a grand monument that would embody Karnataka’s rich architectural heritage. His vision resulted in a timeless masterpiece.

The architecture of Vidhana Soudha draws inspiration from Brihadeeswara Temple in Thanjavur and Karnataka’s Somnathpura Temples. It showcases the Mysuru Neo-Dravidian style, blending elements from classical European and Indo-Saracenic designs. The structure also incorporates architectural influences from the medieval Chalukya, Hoysala, and Vijayanagara dynasties, making it a true symbol of Karnataka’s grandeur and cultural legacy.