The University Grants Commission (UGC) has asked varsities to draw an action plan to ensure maximum participation of students and teachers on the International Day of Yoga on the 21st June.<br/><br/>In a letter to Universities, UGC secretary Jaspal S Sandhu has sought the personal indulgence of Vice Chancellors in celebrating the day in their varsities as well as affiliated bodies. <br/><br/>Mr Sandhu also forwarded a 45 minute protocol for yoga, drawn up by the AYUSH ministry which would be followed on the Yoga day.<br/><br/>The protocol begins with a two minute prayer that begins with Om, some loosening exercises, then 18 minutes of yoga postures, followed by pranayam.