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New Indian Express
08-08-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Punjab govt issues advisory for gym-goers, fitness enthusiasts to undergo medical screening before workouts
CHANDIGARH: Due to a sudden surge in cardiac arrest cases causing deaths during gym workouts and while playing, for the first time, the Punjab government has issued a health advisory urging gym-goers and fitness enthusiasts to get medically screened before beginning physical workouts. Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh unveiled a joint health advisory in an event titled 'Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Among Gym Goers and Sportspersons', which is a part of its larger mission 'Swasth Punjab -- Surakshit Punjab'. The mission seeks to educate and safeguard citizens to exercise caution before pushing physical limits in gyms to adopt a fitness lifestyle. It is a result of a joint study conducted by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) and Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) as commissioned by the state government.
Hindustan Times
08-08-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
‘Health checks must': Heart attacks among gym-goers trigger advisory by Punjab govt
A surge in sudden cardiac deaths among fitness enthusiasts has prompted the Punjab government to issue a health advisory, urging gym-goers and sportspersons to get medically screened before beginning intense physical workouts. The advisory, unveiled in Ludhiana on Thursday by state health minister Dr Balbir Singh, is the outcome of a joint study conducted by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) and Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH). (HT) The advisory, unveiled in Ludhiana on Thursday by state health minister Dr Balbir Singh, is the outcome of a joint study conducted by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) and Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH). Commissioned by the Bhagwant Mann-led government, the advisory is part of its larger mission, 'Swasth Punjab – Surakshit Punjab', aiming to educate citizens to exercise caution while embarking on a fitness lifestyle. The government has directed all gyms and sports centres in the state to prominently display the advisory to remind fitness enthusiasts of safe practices and health precautions. 'The idea of this advisory came from the troubling rise in sudden cardiac incidents among fitness enthusiasts,' said Dr Singh. 'Sudden cardiac arrests during exercise or sports are not mere accidents, but often the result of undiagnosed medical conditions, unregulated dietary choices and unchecked supplement use,' said the health minister, while pointing to prevailing high-pressure lifestyles, unhealthy diets and lack of medical screenings that were putting the young generation at serious risk. The joint study revealed a worrying pattern: In many such cases, the individuals lacked medical fitness screening before taking up intense exercise routines. In many cases, they were also consuming performance enhancers, energy drinks or unsafe supplements. Experts also analysed air quality inside gyms and discovered that poor ventilation and indoor air pollution could also contribute to sudden health emergencies. The advisory makes several key recommendations, including medical screening before enrolling in gym programmes, proper warm-up and cool-down routines, avoiding unverified supplements, energy drinks and steroids, and staying well-hydrated. It also warns against the growing trend of quick-result supplements, which are often consumed without medical advice and pose serious health threats. CPR training at gyms underway across state Recognising the importance of emergency response, the health department has also launched a state-wide initiative to train gym users, trainers and young athletes in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and BLS (Basic Life Support). These life-saving skills are now being taught at gyms and sports centres across Punjab, ensuring that timely action can be taken during emergencies. 'Most gym-related cardiac arrests stem from preventable missteps. A basic understanding of body limits, pre-workout screenings, hydration and rest cycles can make the difference between health and hazard,' said Dr Bishav Mohan, a cardiologist from DMCH. PAU vice-chancellor Satbir Singh Gosal called the advisory a 'health capsule' designed after a series of expert consultations. GADVASU vice-chancellor Jatinder Paul Singh Gill lauded the rigour with which experts from cardiology, nephrology, gastroenterology and nutrition debated complex health concerns for the advisory. The event was also attended by Punjab health director Dr Hitinder Kaur, Ludhiana civil surgeon Dr Ramandeep Kaur, DMCH principal Dr Gurpreet Singh Wander, and other senior health and academic officials.
Time of India
07-08-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Punjab government launches health advisory to prevent sudden cardiac arrest among gym goers and sportspersons
LUDHIANA: With the rising number of sudden deaths during gym workouts and sports activities, the Punjab government has taken a step to safeguard the lives of its youth. In a "first," Punjab Health Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Thursday unveiled a joint Health Advisory in an event titled 'Prevention of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Among Gym Goers and Sportspersons. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now ' As per an official statement, the initiative, a collaboration among PAU, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), and Dayanand Medical College and Hospital (DMCH), seeks to educate and safeguard those who push their physical limits in gyms and sports arenas. It added that this initiative is part of Punjab government's "larger mission," "Swasth Punjab – Surakshit Punjab," and stands as a step toward creating a safe, health-conscious environment for the state's youth—one where fitness doesn't come at the cost of life. In his address, the health minister expressed concern over the rising health risks among fitness-conscious youth and emphasised the need for timely awareness and regulation. He stated that sudden cardiac arrests during exercise or sports are not mere accidents but often the result of undiagnosed medical conditions, unregulated dietary choices, and unchecked supplement use. Dr Balbir Singh added that today's high-pressure lifestyle, unhealthy diets, and lack of medical screenings are putting our young generation at serious risk—even when they appear physically fit. The health minister further recalled that the concept of the advisory took root during his discussion with the PAU Vice-Chancellor Dr Satbir Singh Gosal and Dr Bishav Mohan from DMCH. The minister appreciated how swiftly the universities and medical experts responded. He opined that the poster was not just a document but a lifesaving guide crafted through collaboration, scientific reasoning, and empathy for the youth. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The study revealed that in many such cases, the individuals did not undergo any medical fitness screening before starting intense exercise routines. Further testing showed that several victims were using unsafe supplements, energy drinks, and performance enhancers that had harmful effects on their heart and liver. Experts also analysed air quality inside gyms and discovered that poor ventilation and indoor air pollution could also contribute to sudden health emergencies. The advisory recommends that gym-goers and athletes properly warm up and cool down before and after exercise, undergo regular health screenings, use only certified and tested supplements, and strictly avoid energy drinks or steroid-based products. Special attention has been given to the rising trend of 'quick-result' supplements, which are often consumed without medical advice and pose serious health threats. Recognising the importance of emergency response, the Health Department has also "launched" a state-wide initiative to train gym users, trainers, and young athletes in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and Basic Life Support (BLS). These life-saving skills are now being taught directly inside gyms and sports centres across Punjab, ensuring that timely action can be taken during emergencies. PAU Vice-Chancellor Dr Satbir Singh Gosal termed the poster a 'health capsule' distilled from rigorous expert consultation spread over a series of meetings with the experts. He said the initiative proved that PAU's role transcends agriculture; it's equally committed to the physical and mental well-being of its students and the wider community. GADVASU Vice-Chancellor Dr Jatinder Paul Singh Gill lauded the openness with which experts from cardiology, nephrology, gastroenterology, and nutrition debated complex health concerns for the Health Advisory. Principal of DMCH and cardiologist, Dr Gurpreet Singh Wander, hoped that the advisory would find a place in gyms, training centres, and colleges across the state, inspiring other districts to emulate the model. Renowned cardiologist Dr Bishav Mohan from DMCH underscored the urgency of the message. He stated that most gym-related cardiac arrests stem from preventable missteps. A basic understanding of body limits, pre-workout screenings, hydration, and rest cycles can make the difference between health and hazard. Director Health Dr Hitinder Kaur, Civil Surgeon Dr Ramandeep Kaur, besides several others, were also present on the occasion. Earlier, a newly established gymnasium with financial support from the Punjab government was also inaugurated by the health minister.
Time of India
07-08-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Under this Punjab horse's white coat lurks a killer secret
The Nukra, Punjab's famed spotless white horse, is more than an animal. With its milky white coat, it is poetry in motion; it has been stitched into ballads, weddings, and battle cries — a symbol of pride, power, and divine grace. But behind the shimmering coat of the beloved Nukra is a heart-breaking tale of misplaced vanity. At first glance, the Nukra looks like a dream. Creampink skin that glows in the sun. Eyes deep and dark. A gait that commands awe. Bred to be flawless, they now ride through social media feeds, wedding processions and village fairs, their very presence breathing wealth and prestige. But beneath that radiance lies a quiet tragedy. 'These horses are suffering, but people are too dazzled to see that,' sighs Dr Arun Anand, head of surgery at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU). 'What we're witnessing is beauty turned against itself.' Nukras are not a separate breed — they're albino variants of the native Marwari horse. Their rise to fame is recent: around 50 years ago, a rare unpigmented foal was born. Since then, breeders — responding to rising demand — began selecting for spotless white coats, ignoring everything else. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dog licks arent kisses. Heres what your dog really means when it licks you. Cleverst Undo That single-minded focus has led to severe inbreeding, weakening immune systems, and increasing susceptibility to life-threatening conditions. At GADVASU, up to 30% of all sick horses brought in are Nukras. Anand ticks the issues off: 'Skin cancer. Eye tumours. Genital cancers. Sarcoids in foals younger than four. It's heart-breaking.' The root cause? A lack of melanin, the natural pigment that shields skin from sun damage. Without it, these horses are defenceless in the very sun they were bred to shine under. 'Now, people want the 'perfect' horse for a photo,' says Manu Sharma, a Patiala-based breeder and equine photographer. 'You see these stunning Nukras online, but nobody talks about what they're going through.' Sharma, who once bred Nukras himself, says demand exploded after elite families in Delhi and Mumbai began hiring them for weddings. Veterinarians across Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan have rung alarm bells. But the market remains strong — some Nukras sell for several lakhs of rupees, despite their declining health. 'It's not too late,' says Anand. 'But we need to love horses for more than their colour. We need to protect the animal, not the idea.' Until then, the Nukra rides on — fragile and admired — in a world that sees only the shine, not the scars.
Indian Express
31-07-2025
- Indian Express
GADVASU professor arrest: FIR was filed on complaint of Batala‘s senior police officer's wife, probe shifted to Gurdaspur Police
A day after Dr Navdeep Singh, a senior professor from Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana, was sent to judicial remand after being arrested by the Batala Police for allegedly circulating 'defamatory e-mail' against 'wife of a senior cop' and a PAU professor, the probe in the case has been shifted to Gurdaspur police. The FIR in the case was registered on July 25 at Batala cyber police station on the complaint of the wife of a senior Punjab Police officer who is also posted in Batala, The Indian Express has learnt. The officer's wife works in Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, on a project in school of business studies. 'After the family of the accused professor requested for a fair investigation, the probe has been shifted to Gurdaspur police. You can't be a judge of your own cause. It was a clear conflict of interest. Ideally, the FIR should have been registered in Ludhiana where both varsities are located but the officer got the FIR registered on his wife's complaint in Batala itself without informing seniors,' said a police source. The probe has been now shifted to Gurdaspur Police on the orders of DIG (Border Range) Nanak Singh. It is alleged that Dr Navdeep Singh 'circulated defamatory bulk e-mail' against the officer's wife and a PAU professor using 'fake email IDs'. The e-mail was sent to at least a thousand recipients including the PAU faculty, vice-chancellor and some students, said a police officer investigating the matter. 'After receiving the police complaint, a probe was conducted and it was found that the accused used official WiFi connection in vet varsity's campus to create fake IDs and sent the mails. The wifi of a hotel in Delhi was also used,' said the officer. The FIR was registered at Cyber Police station, Batala, under the offences such as forgery, forgery committed to harm someone's reputation, criminal breach of trust, cheating by pretending to be some other person etc under the sections of BNS, and other sections of the Information Technology (IT) Act. Sources in the PAU said that the e-mail in question primarily had raised question marks on the promotion of Dr Ramandeep Singh as the director of PAU's School of Business Studies and alleged that he was a 'Green card holder' in the US and 'mostly remains on ex-India leave'. However, a paragraph in the mail also mentioned the senior police officer's wife. The mail alleged that Dr Ramandeep Singh was trying to get her recruited in PAU 'using his influence'. PAU sources further said that Dr Navdeep and Dr Ramandeep had 'old enmity.' The Batala police has also claimed that another woman assistant professor from PAU connived with Dr Navdeep in sending the mails, and police also wrote to vice-chancellor Dr SS Gosal to 'suspend' her. But Gosal said that they will 'first take legal opinion on the matter'. 'Police has not arrested our faculty member yet so we cannot suspend her without legal opinion,' said Gosal. Meanwhile, Dr JPS Gill, vice-chancellor, GADVASU confirmed that Dr Navdeep Singh has been suspended from the university. 'Since he has been arrested by the police, he stands suspended,' said the V-C. Speaking to The Indian Express, Dr Achla Sharma, a senior wheat scientist in PAU and wife of Dr Navdeep Singh, said that her husband has been framed. 'Someone has misused my husband's ID and system to send those mails. My husband has been framed. We are being harassed like anything. We have no idea why Batala Police has come all the way to Ludhiana to arrest my husband. We will go to any extent to get justice.' Confirming that the probe has been shifted to them, SSP Gurdaspur Aditya said: 'I have further marked the probe to SP (investigation).' Divya Goyal is a Principal Correspondent with The Indian Express, based in Punjab. Her interest lies in exploring both news and feature stories, with an effort to reflect human interest at the heart of each piece. She writes on gender issues, education, politics, Sikh diaspora, heritage, the Partition among other subjects. She has also extensively covered issues of minority communities in Pakistan and Afghanistan. She also explores the legacy of India's partition and distinct stories from both West and East Punjab. She is a gold medalist from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Delhi, the most revered government institute for media studies in India, from where she pursued English Journalism (Print). Her research work on 'Role of micro-blogging platform Twitter in content generation in newspapers' had won accolades at IIMC. She had started her career in print journalism with Hindustan Times before switching to The Indian Express in 2012. Her investigative report in 2019 on gender disparity while treating women drug addicts in Punjab won her the Laadli Media Award for Gender Sensitivity in 2020. She won another Laadli for her ground report on the struggle of two girls who ride a boat to reach their school in the border village of Punjab. ... Read More
