Indian Coast Guard marks IDY with ‘Yoga Sangam'
From the bustling bases on the Western Seaboard, including Mumbai, Goa, Karwar, and Mangalore, to the Eastern Seaboard in Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Paradeep, and Haldia, the spirit of yoga was visible across its units. The Southern Region, including Mandapam and Kochi, as well as island locations like Port Blair, also reported high levels of engagement.
The main event, however, took place at the ICG Complex in Noida (Delhi NCR), where Director General of the Indian Coast Guard, Paramesh Sivamani, addressed over 1,000 attendees, said a statement from the ICG here.
During his address, Director General Sivamani emphasised the vital role of yoga in enhancing mental clarity, stress management, and physical resilience—qualities that are essential for ICG personnel working in high-pressure maritime environments.
"The practice of yoga is integral to maintaining the physical and mental strength required for the demanding maritime duties our personnel undertake," said Director General Sivamani. "By adopting yoga in our daily routines, we aim to enhance the well-being of our teams, fostering both individual and collective strength."
The yoga session was led by renowned instructor Vandana Gupta, along with a team of six expert yoga instructors. Together, they guided participants through a range of asanas, pranayama, and meditation practices designed to cater to both beginners and experienced practitioners.
Special attention was given to creating routines that can seamlessly integrate into the hectic schedules of ICG personnel, the statement added.
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