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IYD celebrated at Siachen glacier

Srinagar, Jun 21 (UNI) The International Yoga Day was celebrated by Fire & Fury Corps today at Siachen glacier, Leh, Kargil and other forward locations along the borders. The event at Leh was attended by over 900 personnel which included Officers, Junior Commissioned Officers and Jawans of the Leh Garrisson, Defence Ministry spokesman Col N N Joshi said here. He said a large attendance were also organised at Siachen, Kargil and other forward locations along the borders. Apart from giving an impetus to physical fitness, the events were aimed to popularise Yoga and also to spread awareness on benefits of Yoga amongst the soldiers. Large number of soldiers showed interest in learning Yoga Asanas, Pranayama & Meditation. The Indian Army has incorporated Yoga Asanas into the daily routine of the soldier in High Altitude Areas with harsh climatic conditions. Practice of Yoga by soldiers in such an environment helps them to combat various diseases such as High Altitude Sickness, Hypoxia, Pulmonary Odema and the Psychological stresses of isolation and fatigue. The respiratory adaptations of Pranayama help the soldiers to better adapt to the low oxygen environment in High Altitude Areas. By practicing a few minutes of pranayama, gentle asanas and meditation, many of the soldiers have testified to the physical and mental benefits of Yoga. A positive, well relaxed and de-stressed body and mind is the most significant benefit of yoga which in turn assists the soldiers to operate successfully, in such a challenging environment. The Yoga sessions at all locations were organised by trained instructors who explained and demonstrated the correct postures for various asanas while explaining their benefits. UNI BAS PY AE 2155
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