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Hans India
23-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Chittoor kicks off month-long Yogandhra campaign
Chittoor: A month-long yoga awareness campaign began in Chittoor on Thursday, marking the lead-up to the 11th International Yoga Day on June 21. The initiative, part of the state government's 'Yogandhra' programme, was launched in the presence of Member of Parliament Daggumalla Prasada Rao, District Collector Sumit Kumar, Superintendent of Police VN Manikanta Chandolu, MLA G Jagan Mohan and other officials. The Yogandhra programme aims to highlight the physical and mental benefits of regular yoga practice. Speaking at the inaugural event, MP Prasada Rao underlined the importance of incorporating yoga into daily life for holistic health. 'Yoga should become a regular part of our routine, just like food. It paves the way to complete wellness by preventing diseases and boosting energy levels,' he said. District Collector Sumit Kumar noted that the campaign is being launched a month in advance to ensure widespread awareness. 'Every year we observe International Yoga Day on June 21. This year, the state government has initiated the Yogandhra programme early to promote yoga at the village, mandal, and district levels. Our goal is to reach everyone with a message about yoga's role in reducing health issues.' Superintendent of Police VN Manikanta Chandolu highlighted the inclusion of yoga in police training. 'Yoga is specially integrated into our training programmes. It helps in improving flexibility, maintaining alertness, and reducing stress at work,' he said. The event also saw participation from CHUDA Chairperson K Hemalatha, DRO K Mohan Kumar, other officials, senior citizens, and students.
Hans India
08-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Rajanna Foundation donates ALS ambulance under CSR initiative
Tirupati: Ina significant boost to public healthcare and education in Chittoor district, Rajanna Foundations, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, has donated an Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance worth Rs 35 lakh and contributed Rs 15 lakh towards the modernisation of a government school in P Kothakota of Puthalapattu constituency. The new ambulance, equipped with life-saving features including advanced CPR systems, was officially launched on Wednesday at the Chittoor District Government Hospital. District Collector Sumit Kumar inaugurated the facility in the presence of Chittoor MLA Gurajala Jagan Mohan, Puthalapattu MLA K Murali Mohan, Mayor Amudha, Amara Hospitals Managing Director Dr Rama Devi Gourineni, and CHUDA Chairperson Katari Hemalatha. Addressing the gathering, the Collector said the total CSR contribution of Rs 50 lakh would strengthen both emergency medical services and educational infrastructure in the district. He expressed gratitude to the Rajanna Foundations and partner organisations for their philanthropic support and commitment to regional development. Chittoor MLA Jagan Mohan noted that the advanced ambulance, provided upon the request of the district administration, would be instrumental in saving lives, especially during critical emergencies. Puthalapattu MLA Murali Mohan emphasised the need for robust emergency services, particularly along the frequently accident-prone national highway between P Kothakota and Chandragiri. Amara Hospitals MD Dr Rama Devi said the ambulance donation reflects their commitment to improving healthcare access in Chittoor, her hometown.
