Ayush Awareness Camp promotes healthy lifestyle, yoga at Degree College Kreeri

KD NEWS SERVICE

BARAMULLA, December 23. In order to promote holistic health care methods and educate the public about the benefits of Ayush systems of medicine, the Department of Ayush, Baramulla organized a Health Checkup and Yoga Camp at Government College, Kriri. The camp was conducted under the IEC/BCC component of the National Ayush Mission.

Led by District Ayush Officer Dr Riyaz Ahmad Khan, the event aimed to raise awareness about Ayush practices, provide free health check-ups and showcase the therapeutic benefits of yoga. A dedicated team of Ayush experts and yoga instructors organized the camp which was enthusiastically participated by students and staff.

The team consisted of Dr. Nazir Ahmad Akhanger, Dr. Syed Noor Bukhari, Dr. Riyaz Ahmad Dar, Dr. Masrat Shireen and Dr. Tabassum, along with paramedics Sajjad Ahmad Bukhari, Nazir Ahmad Khan and Sahil Ahmed. Yoga instructors Shaukat Ahmad, Irshad Ahmad and Wasim Ahmad conducted practical sessions on yoga asanas and breathing techniques.

During the camp, Dr. Riyaz Ahmad Khan emphasized the importance of incorporating Ayush practices into daily life to support physical, mental and emotional well-being. He also advised the students to avoid drug abuse and lead a healthy lifestyle.

Special information sessions covered common health problems. Dr. Syed Noor Bukhari discussed the treatment of common winter ailments using Ayush systems of medicine. Dr. Masrat Shireen provided guidance on Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOS) and Dr. Tabassum highlighted the role of Ayush practices in addressing lifestyle disorders.

The camp also included free health screenings for visitors, where people received personalized advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle through natural and holistic methods.

The event attracted the attention of prominent figures including Dr. Akhtar Hussain Naik, Dr. Bilal Ahmad Wani and Aba Hamid Lone, further enhancing its impact.

The Department of Ayush, Baramulla has reiterated its commitment to organize similar programs across the district to ensure greater public access to Ayush practices and health benefits. This initiative aligns with the National Ayush Mission’s objective of promoting a healthier and more informed society.

The State Ayush Authority, Jammu and Kashmir supported the event, affirming the importance of Ayush systems in promoting well-being.