Importance of Yoga stressed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 13, 2013:
A three-day yoga awareness programme organized by Swami Vivekananda District Yoga Wellness Centre, Imphal West commenced today at Sri Sri Radha Govinda Yoga Centre, Uripok Laikhurembi Leikai here.
The inaugural function was attended by DGP Y Joykumar as Chief Guest and DC of Imphal West K Radhakumar as President, while Advisor of Sri Sri Radha Govinda Yoga Centre L Gouramani attended as Guest of Honour.
Speaking on the occasion, DGP Joykumar said that health and education are the most important aspects in human life.
No other element except oneself can destroy one's assets of health and education.
People should also face competitions in life in order to achieve development and sustenance, he asserted.
He also emphasized on the importance of yoga in maintaining good physical and mental health.
DC Radhakumar also highlighted the importance of age-old Indian tradition of yoga to maintain sound physical and mental health conditions.
The medallists of national yoga competitions also exhibited their scintillating performances during the function.
There will be free checking of weight, blood pressure and blood sugar level on the last day of the programme.
The participants will also be imparted on the importance of yoga therapy in controlling diabetes and hypertension.