The programme commenced with the ceremonial Lamp Lighting. The demonstration of the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) was conducted, showcasing various yoga asanas and practices recommended for health benefits. The CYP lasted for almost an hour. The theme for this year yoga was “Yoga for self and society “. Dr Deepak Sharma briefed about different postures of “Yogasana”, benefits and contraindications of each asana.
The demonstration of ” Yoga asans was done by Yoga instructors from AYUSH department, Dr Bodh Paul, District Master Yoga Trainer and budding Yoga tycoons Miss Smiley and Sanvi. The CYP was followed by Pledge and Shanti Path.
Speaking on the occasion DDC Col. Mahan Singh urged the masses to Inculcate “Yoga” in daily routine while vice DDC said that it is Vision of honourable PM Narender Modi to adopt Yoga for living a healthy life.
District Development Commissioner Kathua Dr Rakesh Minhas said that Yoga is best medicine and is available free of cost to all stakeholders.
The event featured the presentation of mementos to Yoga Instructors, Media persons and the event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by District AYUSH Officer Dr. Rakesh Kumar Sharma.