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Hans India
15 hours ago
- Health
- Hans India
Yoga keeps illnesses at bay
Kadiri: District Collector TS Chetan emphasised the importance of daily yoga practice, stating that it helps prevent physical ailments and promotes mental peace. Speaking at a yoga day celebration organised by Tourism department at Theru Bazaar near Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple in Kadiri on Wednesday, he urged everyone to adopt yoga in their daily routine, either at home or in parks. The event began with a ceremonial lamp lighting by key dignitaries, including Collector Chetan, MLA Kandukuri Venkata Prasad, Joint Collector Abhishek Kumar, and others. The Collector highlighted that yoga improves overall well-being and should become a daily habit. He mentioned that the International Yoga Day celebrations on June 21 in Visakhapatnam will see the participation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with over 5 lakh attendees expected. He also noted that Yogandhra campaign began on May 21 in Puttaparthi, where around 2,000 people participated in a massive yoga session. MLA Venkata Prasad added that yoga, which integrates mind, breath, and exercise, is essential for a healthy life. He stressed that regular yoga can significantly reduce the number of people falling ill, thereby lessening the burden on hospitals. Former MLA MS Parthasarathi, Municipal Chairman Dilshad Unnisa Bahuddin, RDO Sharma, Tourism Officer Narasayya and others participated in the programme.
Hans India
29-05-2025
- Hans India
Spontaneous response to yoga programme
Nellore: The rewas spontaneous response to the Yogandhra programme with more than 1,000 people participating in the programme, organised by Tourism department at Swarnala Cheruvu on Wednesday. ZP Chairperson Anam Arunamma, district Collector O Anand, SP G Krishna Kanth, Municipal Commissioner YO Nandan and officials from several departments participated. Collector Anand has advised people to practice yoga regularly as it will keep them with better health but also but also makes them stress free. He said that it was proposed to conduct integrated yoga programme at tourist places like Mypadu Beach, Penchalakona, Udayagiri very soon. The Collector said that administration is expecting around 10 lakh people to participate in the yoga programme on the occasion of International Yoga Day, being organised on June 21 in the district. To make the event success, training was given to 300 master trainers, while 7,000 people at village and ward level, he added. Tourism and Ayush Regional Directors Raman Prasad and Dr Padmavathi, district tourism officer Ushasree, and others participated.
Hans India
26-04-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Blueprint for Cauvery aarti will be ready in a week: Dy CM
Mandya: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Friday said a blueprint for the Cauvery aarti programme would be ready within a week, with plans to start it this Dasara. Addressing a press conference after a meeting with elected representatives and officials on the Cauvery aarti, he said, 'We have formed a committee, led by Minister Chaluvaraya Swamy, to work out the modalities. This committee will prepare the blueprint in the next 8-10 days. We've discussed the broad contours of the aarti with our leaders and officials.' 'The committee includes members from Chescom, the Tourism department, the Muzrai department, two DCs, two local MLAs, MLCs, Zilla Panchayat CEOs, and BWSSB members. Irrigation Department officials will create the necessary infrastructure,' he added. Cauvery Aarti (Puja) is part of the Karnataka government's efforts to promote water conservation. The dates have not been announced yet. The state government has decided to allocate Rs 92 crore for the Cauvery aarti, with contributions from other departments as well. 'We are creating seating for about 10,000 people. The committee will decide how many days the aarti will be held. Different departments have submitted reports on their respective activities, and we'll incorporate them into the final plan,' he said. The government has already called for tenders to upgrade Brindavan Gardens at the KRS (Krishna Raja Sagara Dam). 'We've also decided to form a Planning Authority with four panchayats. This won't affect their functioning; the authority will only focus on planning and ensure that the proceeds from the project benefit these panchayats,' he added. Shivakumar said that seven firms have come forward to develop Brindavan Gardens, and discussions are underway. 'We've made it a condition for bidders to prioritise local employment,' he said. Responding to a question about when the Cauvery aarti programme would be launched, he said, 'I'm keen to launch it this Dasara, and we've formed a committee to prepare the blueprint. Let's see how fast the committee submits its plans.' Asked about the location for the aarti, he said, 'We've inspected potential sites and consulted the technical committee. The location must be close to water, with sufficient space for parking, seating, and accommodations for artists. Boating will also be included. The committee will decide.' When asked if there would be entry tickets for the event, he said, 'There will be both paid and free entry options. We can't deny entry to poor people, and there will be an option for the public to offer prayers.' On allegations that the aarti could harm the KRS dam, he said, 'We will discuss this with the organisations opposing it. They may have doubts, and we'll address them.' Regarding concerns over encroachment and pollution of the Cauvery River, he said, 'All dams have been surveyed using drones and marked for maximum levels. The department has been instructed to audit the assets.'
Hindustan Times
25-04-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Blueprint for Cauvery aarti will be ready in a week: Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar
Mandya , Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Friday said a blueprint for the Cauvery aarti programme would be ready within a week, with plans to start it this Dasara. Addressing a press conference after a meeting with elected representatives and officials on the Cauvery aarti, he said, "We have formed a committee, led by Minister Chaluvaraya Swamy, to work out the modalities. This committee will prepare the blueprint in the next 8-10 days. We've discussed the broad contours of the aarti with our leaders and officials." "The committee includes members from Chescom, the Tourism department, the Muzrai department, two DCs, two local MLAs, MLCs, Zilla Panchayat CEOs, and BWSSB members. Irrigation Department officials will create the necessary infrastructure," he added. Cauvery Aarti is part of the Karnataka government's efforts to promote water conservation. The dates have not been announced yet. The state government has decided to allocate ₹92 crore for the Cauvery aarti, with contributions from other departments as well. "We are creating seating for about 10,000 people. The committee will decide how many days the aarti will be held. Different departments have submitted reports on their respective activities, and we'll incorporate them into the final plan," he said. The government has already called for tenders to upgrade Brindavan Gardens at the KRS . "We've also decided to form a Planning Authority with four panchayats. This won't affect their functioning; the authority will only focus on planning and ensure that the proceeds from the project benefit these panchayats," he added. Shivakumar said that seven firms have come forward to develop Brindavan Gardens, and discussions are underway. "We've made it a condition for bidders to prioritize local employment," he said. Responding to a question about when the Cauvery aarti programme would be launched, he said, "I'm keen to launch it this Dasara, and we've formed a committee to prepare the blueprint. Let's see how fast the committee submits its plans." Asked about the location for the aarti, he said, "We've inspected potential sites and consulted the technical committee. The location must be close to water, with sufficient space for parking, seating, and accommodations for artists. Boating will also be included. The committee will decide." When asked if there would be entry tickets for the event, he said, "There will be both paid and free entry options. We can't deny entry to poor people, and there will be an option for the public to offer prayers." On allegations that the aarti could harm the KRS dam, he said, "We will discuss this with the organisations opposing it. They may have doubts, and we'll address them." Regarding concerns over encroachment and pollution of the Cauvery River, he said, "All dams have been surveyed using drones and marked for maximum levels. The department has been instructed to audit the assets."
