Excelsior Correspondent
SRINAGAR, Apr 29: Under the patronage of Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judicial Academy), and guidance of the Chairperson and Members of the Governing Committee for J&K Judicial Academy, a special session titled “Yoga for Mental Fitness” was organised at the District Court Complex, Mominabad, Srinagar for Judicial Officers and staff of Srinagar District, in collaboration with the Isha Foundation.
The session was inaugurated by Naseer Ahmad Dar, Director, J&K Judicial Academy, who highlighted the importance of physical and mental well-being in judicial functioning. He stressed that effective administration of justice requires sustained concentration, emotional balance and resilience, and emphasized that yoga can significantly enhance professional efficiency and overall well-being.
The programme focused on yoga as a holistic practice that harmonises body, mind and breath. Participants were encouraged to adopt simple and consistent wellness practices in daily life to improve clarity of thought, reduce stress and build resilience.
The Academy expressed gratitude to the Isha Foundation for its expert guidance and collaboration. Appreciation was also extended to Haq Nawaz Zargar, Principal District and Sessions Judge Srinagar, for logistical support.
The session witnessed active participation and was widely appreciated. It concluded with a vote of thanks by Tabasum, Chief Judicial Magistrate Srinagar, who thanked all stakeholders for their cooperation and successful conduct of the programme.







