Kolkata (21 June 2025): Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) with a vibrant array of activities, reaffirming its steadfast commitment to the health, wellness, and holistic development of its workforce.
The celebrations culminated on 20 June 2025 with a collective demonstration of yoga asanas by employees, followed by a prize distribution ceremony. The winners of the competition were felicitated by Capt. P Sunilkumar, IN (Retd.), CGM (FOJ), GRSE in the presence of Cmde Vikas Kaushal, IN (Retd.), CGM (PS-P17A), GRSE, Shri Rajeev Shrivastava, GM (HR&A), GRSE, and other senior officials. The event reflected GRSE’s continued emphasis on promoting employee wellness and nurturing a collaborative, health-conscious work culture.
As a prelude to the main event, an online yoga competition was organized for employees’ family members, fostering inclusivity and engagement beyond the workplace. On 19 June 2025, a Yoga Competition for employees across all departments was conducted at the Main Works Unit. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation and showcased a deep-rooted commitment to physical fitness and mental well-being. Banners promoting yoga were displayed at prominent locations across all Kolkata units and Ranchi unit, while Yoga Bulletins highlighting the advantages of yoga were circulated among all employees. Countdown posts and internal communication—both online and offline—successfully built anticipation and encouraged widespread involvement.
In alignment with national initiatives led by the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Ayush, GRSE promoted the use of wellness tools such as the Y-Break and Namaste App, encouraging employees to adopt daily mindfulness and wellness practices.
The entire campaign was shared with internal and external stakeholders through email communication and social media platforms, further amplifying awareness and participation. Through these initiatives, GRSE continues to inspire its employees to adopt yoga as a way of life—fostering resilience, balance, and enhanced productivity across the organization.
