Bokaro: DPS Bokaro Principal and Bokaro Yogasana Sports Association President, Dr. A. S. Gangwar, has been chosen as the Chief Patron of the Jharkhand Yogasana Sports Association. The unanimous decision was taken at the association’s annual general meeting, held under the guidance of Dr. Jaideep Arya, General Secretary of World Yogasana and Yogasana India.
Dr. Gangwar’s efforts in transforming yoga into a recognized sporting discipline from Bokaro, and his leadership in hosting the landmark state-level Yogasana Championship after three successful district-level events, earned him wide appreciation. Members of the Jharkhand unit and Dr. Arya hailed the appointment, describing it as both commendable and inspiring.
In his address, Dr. Gangwar thanked the association for the responsibility and assured full support for strengthening the organization and promoting yoga across the state. He stressed on transparency and collective effort to take the mission forward.
Jharkhand unit president Manoj Tiwari, while presiding over the meeting, congratulated Dr. Gangwar and the team for the smooth conduct of the 6th State Yogasana Sports Competition at DPS Bokaro. He added that efforts are underway to secure hosting rights for the next national-level event, and announced that future competitions will also include a category for children under nine years.
The meeting also discussed upcoming state-level tournaments and expansion plans. Bihar Yogasana Sports Association secretary Dr. Rani Kumari, East Singhbhum president Mrs. Sudha, and other dignitaries emphasized the need to further popularize yoga.
Among those present were state general secretary Chandu Kumar, joint secretary Malay Day, Ranchi secretary Dr. Surjit Ghoshal, executive member Santoshi Kumari, DPS Bokaro vice principal Anjani Bhushan, sports teacher Brajesh Kumar Singh, administrator Rajan Kumar Singh, sports teacher Nibha Kumari, along with other members and office-bearers. Proceedings were conducted by former state secretary Vipin Pandey.
