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The Hindu
6 hours ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Concerns rise over massive yoga day event amidst surge in COVID-19 cases
As the State gears up for Yogandhra-2025, marking International Yoga Day on June 21, concerns are being raised about the timing of the mega event in view of the rising Covid-19 cases. The massive event proposed to be held on a 20-km stretch along the Beach Road in Visakhapatnam, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to attend, is expected to draw over 5 lakh participants. The State government has also announced plans to mobilise thousands of participants for the event. While the current rise in COVID-19 cases is not considered alarming, health experts warn that mass gatherings without proper precautions like wearing masks, maintaining physical distance between participants, and lack of hygiene could lead to a spike in cases. A doctor said: 'Though the present strains of the virus, which are variants of omicron, are not causing severe illness or death, one cannot rule out the long-term effects of the virus. Patients may develop health issues at a later stage in their life.' Recently, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) three-day 'Mahanadu' meeting in Kadapa saw thousands of party leaders and workers attend the event without wearing masks. Ironically, the State government had earlier issued an advisory asking people not to participate in large gatherings, religious congregations, and party meetings. However, it withdrew the advisory ahead of the Mahanadu. Praja Arogya Vedika (PAV) general secretary T. Kameswara Rao and its president MV Ramaniah expressed concern over the planned mega Yoga Day event on June 21. In a letter to Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday, they warned that mobilising 2 lakh participants across 20-km, poses a risk of becoming a COVID-19 'super-spreader event', especially given the rise of active cases in Visakhapatnam and across the country. Dr. K. Rambabu, Director of Visakha Institute of Medical Sciences (VIMS), told The Hindu: 'Most people have developed herd immunity either due to previous infection or vaccination. The chance of infection is low. However, those with co-morbid conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and kidney disease should take extra precautions.' He added that yoga is unlikely to pose a risk as participants would be performing asanas on mats at a safe distance.'
The Hindu
9 hours ago
- General
- The Hindu
Massive yoga camp held for fishermen in Srikakulam, 5,000 attend
More than 5,000 fishermen, along with local residents, participated in a mega yoga camp held at Pedaganagallavanipeta beach in Srikakulam mandal on Tuesday. The event, aimed at involving every section of society, was an initiative of Collector Swapnil Dinkar Pundkar as part of the ongoing Yogandhra-2025 activities. Srikakulam MLA Gondu Shankar lit the lamp and formally inaugurated the yoga camp. Speaking to the media, he emphasised how yoga can enhance the fitness level of fishermen, who face many ordeals at sea. He asked them to continue practicing yoga daily, assuring that the government will extend support through trained yoga instructors even after the International Yoga Day. Present at the event were Srikakulam District Forest Offcer S. Venkatesh, District Medical and Health Officer K. Anitha, and others.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Yoga camp held at Puligundu tourism spot in Chittoor
District Collector Sumit Kumar and Superintendent of Police Manikantha Chandolu on Monday jointly inaugurated Yogandhra -2025 programme held at Puligundu, a famous tourism spot near Penumuru, 25 km from Chittoor. The event witnessed the participation of about 3,000 participants including youth, women, and officials. Addressing the gathering, the Collector highlighted the importance of making yoga a part of daily life. He said that every person, irrespective of age and gender, should inculcate a habit of practicing yoga for at least 30 minutes a day, and this could significantly reduce stress and prevent health issues. He said that as part of the ongoing yoga festival, scheduled from May 21 to June 21 at various levels from village to district headquarters, the special focus would be on promoting yoga at tourist spots. 'As part of the month-long schedule, a major yoga camp was conducted at the Kanipakam temple. The overwhelming participation of the public is a testimony to the growing awareness of the importance of yoga,' Mr. Kumar said. SP Manikantha Chandolu appealed to the public to understand the message enshrined in the practice of yoga and incorporate it along with other healthy eating habits. The officials informed the Collector that so far 2.5 lakh people have registered for the Yogandhra event across Andhra Pradesh. At the same time, Chittoor has over 5,000 trained yoga instructors who were roped in to conduct yoga camps across the district.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Health
- The Hindu
Yoga gaining popularity in rural, tribal areas: Parvathipuram MLA
Parvathipuram MLA Bonela Vijayachandra said on Sunday that the practice of yoga is gaining popularity in rural and tribal areas with the Yogandhra-2025 initiative of the Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu-led government, adding that simple asanas can improve health and fitness for people of all ages. He visited the yoga camps organised by the Indian Medical Association, Lions Club and other organisations in association with Parvathipuram-Manyam district administration. During his visit he told officials to conduct more yoga camps across all mandals of Parvathipuram. He said that yoga is beneficial to all age groups, including the youth who face health issues due to changing lifestyles. District Medical and Health Officer S. Bhaskara Rao, IMA President Yalla Vivek, Lions Club President B. Nagabhusanam, along with others, were present for the event. Meanwhile, Collector A. Shyam Prasad has directed officials to encourage people to enrol in the Yogandhra portal, as the programme will continue for a few more weeks. He said, 'Meritorious practitioners will be given certificates and awards on the International Yoga Day, which is on June 21.'
The Hindu
4 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Inclement weather fails to dampen spirits of yoga practitioners; thousands fill streets for Yogandhra-2025
In spite of the inclement weather, thousands of people participated in the Yogandhra-2025 activities, which included mega yoga camps, rallies, and awareness programmes, held at different places in Vizianagaram and Srikakulam districts on Friday. Minister for MSME Kondapalli Srinivas, Vizianagaram Collector B.R. Ambedkar, Joint Collector Sedhu Madhavan, and other officials visited various 'Yoga Streets,' an initiative of Vizianagaram Municipal Commissioner P. Nallanayya, where citizens practiced yoga on the street. The Minister, Collector, and Joint Collector also visited the Ramanarayanam temple premises, where people were practicing yoga, and interacted with them. The minister and officials thanked Ramanarayanam trustee Narayanam Srinnivas and other members for making innovative arrangements at the temple premises. Pictures taken with the help of drone cameras in the temple were widely circulated on various social media platforms. Srikakulam Collector Swapnil Dinakar Pundkar and other officials led rallies and participated in the yoga camps organised near the Dutch building, 80 feet road, and other places.
