The 10th International Day of Yoga was observed at ICAR National Research Centre for Banana, Trichy. On this occasion, Dr. J.Poorani, Director – In charge, ICAR NRCB, briefed about the theme ‘Yoga for Self and Society’. Special guest Dr. R.Sugumar, Shri Jayarangha Nature Cure Hospital, Trichy, created awareness about Yoga which establishes harmony between body and mind, leading to a happy, healthy and stress free life. He emphasized that the health of every individual could be maintained through regular yoga practice. He further added that minor millets could be added in our diet twice a week. He redefined of healthy food as one which could be eaten with minimum cooking and they play a vital role in the maintenance of good health.

Dr.Sugumar, along with his team of yoga trainers, Dr.Sivabalan, Dr. Bheema and Mr. Loganathan and Mr,Varatharajan briefed about the benefits of various ashanas given in the Yoga protocol 2024 and made a live demo which was followed by the staff of the institute with great contentment.

Then the gathering was served with healthy snacks and beverage. There was a display of books for sale which was bought with interest by many of our staff. Dr.M.S.Saraswathi, Principal Scientist (Hort.) welcomed and thanked the gathering as well.