
Excelsior Correspondent
HARIDWAR, June 6: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in Indonesia between Patanjali University and Indonesia’s Universitas Hindu Negeri (UHN).
The MoU was signed under the leadership of Acharya Balkrishna, Vice Chancellor of Patanjali University.
Under this MoU, both the universities have agreed to organize straight sessions, research activities and Yoga competitions for students.
It is worth mentioning that this unique Indonesian university operates 35 different faculties.
The management committee, led by Prof. Dr. Gusti Ngurah Sudiana and Prof. Made Purnama (UHN), extended a warm welcome to Acharya Balkrishna and the Patanjali team.
Expressing his happiness over this affection, Acharya said that Patanjali will soon begin large-scale work in Indonesia to restore education, Yoga and Sanatan culture.
On this occasion, Bali MLA, Dr. Somveer, the only legislator representing Indian tradition, was also present.
Dewa Made Mahayadnya, Speaker of the Bali Provincial Assembly, said that he wish to visit India (Patanjali University, Haridwar) very soon, reflecting his deep cultural affection for India.
Acharya Balkrishna conducted an in-depth study of the culture, civilization and environment of Bali Island. He particularly observed how decoration and development can be carried out without harming nature. He said that on the lines of the “eco-friendly development model”, he will also develop Dhanvantari Dham Mala Village in Pauri district of Uttarakhand.
On this occasion, Patanjali’s Sadhvi sisters presented beautiful devotional songs, Indonesian artists showcased Yoga and enchanting traditional dance performances in their own style, bringing alive the shared cultural heritage of both countries.
It is pertinent to mention here that Chairman of the Bali Province extended a warm and affectionate welcome to Acharya and hosted him as an official State Guest.