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Indian Express
5 days ago
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- Indian Express
PGIMER Chandigarh aims to break its own record on International Yoga Day
The PGIMER Chandigarh is aiming to break its own record this International Yoga Day on June 21. Last year, the institute entered the Asia Book of Records after 1,924 healthcare workers participated in a yoga session organised on campus. This time, the PGIMER plans to include up to 3,000 participants. According to professor Akshay Anand from the Department of Neurology and in charge of the Collaborative Centre for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN), efforts are underway to include healthcare workers from across the Tricity. A special committee has been formed, and both government and private medical institutions, as well as the Indian Medical Association (IMA), are being involved in the coordination process. The interest in yoga at the PGIMER goes beyond symbolic celebrations. The institute has been conducting scientific research into the effects and benefits of yoga for years. The Collaborative Centre for Mind-Body Interventions, run jointly by CCRYN, New Delhi, and PGIMER, focuses on studying how yoga impacts the human body and mind. Similar work is also being done at AIIMS Delhi, and several studies have shown that yoga can help manage chronic conditions such as arthritis and polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD), and lower back pain. Researchers believe that yoga, when practiced consistently, can bring measurable improvements in overall health. The PGIMER has also extended yoga facilities to attendants of patients. 'Most people who come to the hospital are already under stress. Many have to stay for days, go through long queues, and face constant anxiety. This takes a mental toll, and yoga helps the stress and anxiety levels,' a specialised yoga trainer said. To address this issue, the institute has started weekly yoga sessions, held twice a week on its campus. These sessions aim to offer emotional relief to attendants and help them cope better with the hospital environment.
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Business Standard
5 days ago
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- Business Standard
41% of respondents incorporated Yoga into their lifestyle: Ayush survey
Over 41 per cent of the respondents have incorporated Yoga into their lifestyle to a certain extent after a decade of the UN's declaration of June 21 as the International Day of Yoga, according to a survey report by the Ayush ministry. The survey, which covered 30,084 households across 34 states and UTs including urban and rural areas, noted that 24,6 per cent respondents reported improved fitness due to Yoga, 16.9 per cent experienced reduction in stress levels, while around one-fourth respondents claimed to have gained health knowledge. Titled 'Impact Assessment of a Decade of International Day of Yoga (IDY): Survey Findings', the survey revealed that 11.2 per cent practice yoga regularly, 13.4 per cent occasionally and 75.5 per cent do not practice yoga. Dr Raghavendra Rao, Director of CCRYN explained, "These 11.2 per cent people who practice Yoga regularly have been measured as those who go to yoga classes and attend sessions regularly. When we say that over 41 per cent have adopted yoga into their lifestyle it means that they practice yoga in different forms such as bhakti yoga (prayer) or meditation and self practices to calm down the mind," he said. The findings of the survey conducted by Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy and Surveykshan, a company under YOLO 9 Technologies were released on Saturday. The survey data revealed that 12.6 per cent respondents in urban areas practice yoga regularly while the figure for rural areas is 10.4 per cent. In terms of gender, 11. 6 per cent regular practitioners are male while 10.7 per cent are female. Awareness about yoga was found to be highest among 18-24 age group. However when it comes to practicing Yoga, those aged 65 and above had the highest share at 17 per cent. Also, 36.2 per cent respondents having different health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and gastric issues practice yoga. The survey also found that 39. 3 per cent respondents have awareness about the common Yoga protocol and that one-third of the respondents (33.4 per cent) have participated in at least one community IDY event over the last decade.
Time of India
5 days ago
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- Time of India
Over 41 per cent of respondents have incorporated Yoga into their lifestyle: Ayush survey
Over 41 per cent of the respondents have incorporated Yoga into their lifestyle to a certain extent after a decade of the UN's declaration of June 21 as the International Day of Yoga , according to a survey report by the Ayush ministry. The survey, which covered 30,084 households across 34 states and UTs including urban and rural areas, noted that 24,6 per cent respondents reported improved fitness due to Yoga, 16.9 per cent experienced reduction in stress levels, while around one-fourth respondents claimed to have gained health knowledge. Titled 'Impact Assessment of a Decade of International Day of Yoga (IDY): Survey Findings', the survey revealed that 11.2 per cent practice yoga regularly, 13.4 per cent occasionally and 75.5 per cent do not practice yoga. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If You Eat Ginger Everyday for 1 Month This is What Happens Tips and Tricks Undo Dr Raghavendra Rao, Director of CCRYN explained, "These 11.2 per cent people who practice Yoga regularly have been measured as those who go to yoga classes and attend sessions regularly." "When we say that over 41 per cent have adopted yoga into their lifestyle it means that they practice yoga in different forms such as bhakti yoga (prayer) or meditation and self practices to calm down the mind," he said. Live Events The findings of the survey conducted by Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy and Surveykshan, a company under YOLO 9 Technologies were released on Saturday. The survey data revealed that 12.6 per cent respondents in urban areas practice yoga regularly while the figure for rural areas is 10.4 per cent. In terms of gender, 11. 6 per cent regular practitioners are male while 10.7 per cent are female. Awareness about yoga was found to be highest among 18-24 age group. However when it comes to practicing Yoga, those aged 65 and above had the highest share at 17 per cent. Also, 36.2 per cent respondents having different health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and gastric issues practice yoga. The survey also found that 39. 3 per cent respondents have awareness about the common Yoga protocol and that one-third of the respondents (33.4 per cent) have participated in at least one community IDY event over the last decade.
The Print
6 days ago
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- The Print
Studies show yoga supports management of diabetes, cancer recovery, says Ayush Minister
He made the remarks at 'Yoga Connect', an event organised by the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN), Ministry of Ayush, in the countdown to the 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025. He emphasised yoga's relevance in skill development and employment, calling it a 'driving force behind the 'global yoga kranti (revolution)' and India's leadership in the wellness sector. New Delhi, Jun 14 (PTI) Studies show that yoga supports the management of diabetes, heart health, cancer recovery and elderly care, Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav said on Saturday. Focused on the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health,' the event drew over 1,000 participants, including distinguished yoga gurus, health professionals, scientists, policy makers, entrepreneurs, influencers, and institutional representatives from India and abroad in a hybrid format. A survey report was also released at the event, highlighting the assessment of the impact of a decade of IDY. Addressing the gathering, Jadhav emphasised yoga's relevance in skill development and employment, calling it a 'driving force behind the 'global yoga kranti' and India's leadership in the wellness sector.' Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who was also at the event, stated that Yoga Connect is a call to embrace yoga not as an activity but as a lifestyle. Speaking on the occasion, Yoga guru Swami Ramdev said, 'Today, nearly 2 billion people across 200 countries are practising yoga. We are hopeful that in the next five years, this number will rise to 5 billion.' PTI PLB AMJ AMJ This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Hans India
7 days ago
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- Hans India
‘Yoga Connect' summit begins today in New Delhi
New Delhi: As a curtain-raiser to the upcoming International Day of Yoga (IDY), the Ministry of Ayush is hosting a prestigious global summit titled 'Yoga Connect' on Saturday at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Organised in a hybrid format, the event aims to unite influential voices from the world of yoga and holistic wellness to share ideas, research, and innovations. The summit, coordinated by the Central Council for Research in Yoga and Naturopathy (CCRYN), has attracted participation from internationally renowned yoga masters and wellness leaders. Prominent figures such as Dr. H.R. Nagendra, Bikkhu Sanghasena, Bharath Bhushan, Baba Ramdev and Acharya Balakrishna are expected to share their insights during the sessions. According to the Ministry of Ayush, more than 1,000 participants are attending the event in person, while a large virtual audience is joining from around the globe. Delegates include yoga practitioners, researchers, health professionals, policymakers, business leaders, and wellness advocates from countries like the US, United Kingdom, South Korea, and Bahrain, among others. The summit is part of a series of build-up events leading to the International Day of Yoga on June 21, which will feature over one lakh coordinated yoga sessions across India and abroad. These events, based on a common yoga protocol, will take place simultaneously from 6:30 AM to 7:40 AM highlighting the 2025 theme: 'One Earth, One Health.' Union AYUSH Minister Prataprao Jadhav announced that the main International Day of Yoga celebration this year will be hosted in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the event. Over 65,000 organisations from across India have registered to participate in this nationwide wellness movement, now recognised as one of the largest global health initiatives. Representatives from around 40 countries are expected to attend the Visakhapatnam event, underlining the growing international stature of the Yoga Day celebrations. In the national Capital, Delhi will mark the day with yoga events at 111 iconic locations, including Red Fort, Kartavya Path, and Lodhi Garden. Since being officially recognised by the United Nations General Assembly in 2014, the International Day of Yoga has grown into a global celebration of India's ancient tradition that promotes physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Yoga Connect Summit, International Day of Yoga 2025, Ministry of Ayush, Global Wellness Summit, One Earth One Health, Vigyan Bhawan Delhi
