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IOL News
2 days ago
- General
- IOL News
Yoga in rural schools: How it raised pass rates to 100%
Young and old from Congo in Inanda were taught how to do yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga on June 21. Image: Tumi Pakkies/ Independent Newspapers Yoga's implementation in rural schools has dramatically increased the pass rate, rising from under 50% to a perfect 100%. This was shared by Sivananda World Peace Foundation President Ishwar Ramlutchman at a curtain-raiser event in Congo, Inanda, ahead of the 11th International Yoga Day on June 21. Ramlutchman said that five years ago, they started visiting rural schools and have seen how yoga benefits pupils. 'We learned that some had a 46% pass rate and others 55%, but they never increased to 60%. Today, we can safely say that those schools now have a 100% pass rate,' stated Ramlutchman. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. 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And you start to learn to remember what you have learned and what you have been taught in classrooms.' Sivananda World Peace Foundation President Ishwar Ramlutchman. Image: Tumi Pakkies/ Independent Newspapers Ramlutchman said they have also partnered with the Department of Education, and they will continue to go into all communities to serve pupils in rural areas. High Commissioner of the Republic of South Africa to India, Professor Anil Sooklal, said India offers several scholarships annually and more than 40,000 African students are studying in India. 'I would like to see more South Africans from previously disadvantaged communities come and study in India,' Sooklal said. 'I'm encouraging our communities to look also at India because India provides world-class education. 'Let us encourage a few of our matriculants here, and we will find this scholarship together with the Indian government, and let them go and get exposed to international education and to study.' He said India is a world leader in pharmaceuticals and information and communication technology (ICT) sectors. Sooklal said it would be wonderful to have a few students from Congo studying in India on scholarship. High Commissioner of the Republic of South Africa to India, Professor Anil Sooklal. Image: Tumi Pakkies/ Independent Newspapers He said it was a privilege to see children as young as three embracing yoga. 'I'm also told that in the schools that have embraced this, our children are doing much better and producing excellent results,' Sooklal said. He said yoga is one of humanity's treasures and should be embraced globally. Sooklal said it was important to concentrate on the poorest as many youth are unemployed and need confidence-building, and that is what yoga does. 'Yoga is not only about the physical practice, which is important to ensure that we have healthy societies and communities, but more importantly, nurturing the mind,' Sooklal said. 'The more we can sharpen the mind and get them to concentrate on education, yoga is an important tool in that, because through education, we can empower society.' Young and old from Congo in Inanda were taught how to do yoga ahead of the International Day of Yoga on June 21. Image: Tumi Pakkies/ Independent Newspapers KwaZulu-Natal International Business Association (Kiba) President Omi Singh said he was impressed by the presence of children. Yoga will help their bodies and minds. He encouraged mothers and grannies to take what they learned about yoga home with them and hold small yoga classes in their communities, with neighbours and friends. India-South Africa Chamber of Commerce's Pradeep Ramlall said: 'When we talk about yoga, it is about our life. Life is very precious, and you have to guard your life through various means. One way you have to protect this life is by protecting your health. And yoga gives you many benefits to protect your health, to prevent diseases and to strengthen your mind.'
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Practising yoga daily is vital for physical and mental health, says Chittoor District Collector
As part of the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations, the Chittoor district administration organised a mega yoga event at the District Police Training College grounds here on Friday. About 5,000 participants, including government officials and the public, took part in the event. Addressing the participants, District Collector Sumit Kumar highlighted the importance of yoga for personal well-being. 'Practising yoga should be a regular feature in everyone's life, irrespective of age. Yoga is capable of making one rich physically and mentally, and it will also phenomenally reduce the medical expenses,' he said. 'The State government had instructed the districts to organise yoga camps between May 21 and June 21. Chittoor district has been given six such events. The forthcoming camps will be conducted at Penumuru, Puligundu, Chowdepalle, Boyakonda, Naniyala and Kangundi Fort in Kuppam,' he said. He said that from June 1, as many as 500 master trainers would impart training to 6,000 individuals across the district, and they in turn would promote yoga awareness at the grassroots level, particularly targeting the rural areas till June 20. 'By making yoga a daily routine in life, one can successfully reduce stress, and improve the functioning of the vital organs, besides the mental health,' the Collector said. District Medical and Health Officer D.T. Sudha Rani, Zilla Parishad Chief Executive Officer Ravi Kumar Naidu, District Fire Officer Peddireddy, and senior officials of various government departments took part in the Yoga camp.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Int'l Yoga Day event at K'shetra on June 21
Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday announced that a grand state-level event will be organised in Kurukshetra on June 21 to mark the 11th International Yoga Day. Saini said a lakh participants are expected to participate in the event. Yoga guru Ramdev will be present on the occasion. Saini said that district-level events will be organised across the state and block-level programmes will be conducted in all 121 blocks of the state. The AYUSH department has prepared a detailed blueprint for these events. The chief minister said that three-day yoga training programmes will be organised in all schools, colleges and universities. Training sessions will also be held for ministers, MPs, MLAs, officers, government employees, and public representatives.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
'India gives health mantra to world in form of yoga,' says Uttarakhand CM Dhami
DEHRADUN: Chief Minister on Tuesday said that in the form of yoga, India has given the mantra of health and wellness to the world. has taken the initiative to celebrate International Yoga Day on June 21 to take it to the international level. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In this sequence, the state-level program of the 11th Yoga Day is being organised in Bhararisain. This time, the state-level program of International Yoga Day to be held on June 21 will be organised in the Bhararisain Assembly Complex located in Chamoli district. Ambassadors from 10 countries will participate along with CM Dhami. Director Ayurvedic and UnServices Dr Vijay Kumar Jogdande said that, like every year, International Yoga Day will be celebrated on a large scale across the state on June 21. In this sequence, the main state-level program is being organised in the Bhararisain Assembly Complex located in Chamoli district. Along with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, ambassadors of 10 countries will also participate in this event; all the above dignitaries will reach Bhararisain by the afternoon of June 20. Overall, more than a thousand people will participate in the main event. Therefore, in view of the program's extensiveness, preparations have been started on a large scale. On this day, the 11th International Yoga Day will be celebrated on a grand scale across the state. Earlier on Sunday, with less than a month remaining for the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY), PM Modi, in the 122nd episode of Mann Ki Baat, inspired citizens across the globe to embrace yoga for holistic well-being and vibrant living, an official statement by the Ministry of AYUSH said. The Prime Minister observed that enthusiasm for Yoga Day continues to surge both in India and internationally. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "Since the beginning of 'Yoga Day' on 21 June 2015, the attraction towards it is rising continuously. This time too, the zeal and enthusiasm among people all over the world with regard to Yoga Day is amply visible," he stated. PM Modi further urged people to think creatively about celebrating the occasion. From forming Yoga Chains to practicing yoga at iconic sites, people are turning IDY into a dynamic and inclusive movement. In his address, the PM lauded the efforts of Andhra Pradesh, where the YogAndhra Abhiyan has been launched to develop a robust yoga culture in the state. The campaign aspires to build a pool of 10 lakh regular yoga practitioners, exemplifying how states can lead from the front in the wellness revolution. He also shared his excitement about joining this year's IDY celebrations in Visakhapatnam, emphasising yoga's importance in personal and national development.
Hans India
28-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Kanipakam hosts ‘Yogandhra' initiative to spread awareness
Tirupati: Chittoor District Collector Sumit Kumar said, 'Yoga empowers breath, strengthens energy, and brings peace,' emphasising the importance of daily yoga practice for overall well-being. He was speaking at a special event organised on Tuesday at Sri Kanipakam Varasiddhi Vinayaka Swamy temple as part of Yogandhra initiative marking the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations. The programme, conducted under the auspices of the Tourism Department, witnessed the participation of several dignitaries including RD Ramana Prasad of the Tourism Department, DVM Srinivasa Rao, District Tourism Officer Gowri, and EO K Penchala Kishore. In his address, the Collector highlighted that breath control, calmness, and strength are essential for everyone, and yoga is a proven path to achieving them. 'Each one of us faces stress at some point in life. Yoga is a powerful tool to overcome stress. I urge everyone to practice yoga regularly and spread awareness about its benefits among family members and in villages,' he said. He also announced that, as per directions from both central and state governments, yoga programmes would be held throughout the district for an entire month. Apart from the district headquarters, sessions would be conducted in Kanipakam, Puligundu, Boyakonda, and Kangundi regions. On this occasion, participants performed yoga as guided by yoga master Srinivasulu Naidu. Several officials and dignitaries took part in the programme including DRDA PD Sridevi, DM&HO Dr DT Sudha Rani, other officials and local residents. Photo: Chittoor District Collector Sumit Kumar taking part in the Yogandhra programme at Kanipakam on Tuesday. Kanipakam temple EO K Penchala Kishore and Tourism Regional Director RD Ramana Prasad are seen.
