BBAU Hosts One-Day Women and Child Health Workshop Under Yoga Mahakumbh Initiative

BBAU Hosts One-Day Women and Child Health Workshop Under Yoga Mahakumbh Initiative
 By Prem Kumar Wed, 18 Jun 2025
BBAU Hosts One-Day Women and Child Health Workshop Under Yoga Mahakumbh Initiative
Lucknow Desk (R.L. Pandey): As part of the ongoing Yoga Mahakumbh, a special one-day health workshop focusing on the well-being of women and children was successfully organized at Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU). The event was a collaborative initiative between the Department of Yoga and the Yoga Wellness Centre at BBAU, held under the esteemed guidance of Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor of the university.

Key Dignitaries and Speakers:

The workshop featured insights from prominent experts in the fields of yoga and Ayurveda. Distinguished attendees included:

  • Prof. B.C. Yadav, Dean, School of Yoga, Naturopathy and Cognitive Studies

  • Dr. Anshuma Gupta, In-Charge Medical Officer, Government Ayurvedic Hospital, Bangla Bazar, Lucknow (Keynote Speaker)

  • Dr. Deepeshwar Singh, Head, Department of Yoga

  • Prof. Sharad Sonkar, Coordinator, Yoga Wellness Centre

  • Dr. Narendra Singh

  • Dr. Sagar Saini, Yoga Expert and anchor for the event

Workshop Highlights:

The workshop aimed to spread awareness about health practices that are especially vital for women and children. Experts emphasized that adopting a holistic lifestyle combining yoga and Ayurveda can significantly improve overall wellness.

  • Prof. B.C. Yadav underlined the benefits of integrating ancient health sciences like yoga and Ayurveda into everyday life for achieving complete physical and mental well-being.

  • Dr. Anshuma Gupta stressed that many health disorders stem from unhealthy lifestyle habits. She advised attendees, particularly children, to maintain consistent daily routines—like waking up early—to promote digestive health and prevent issues like constipation. She further cautioned against the self-medication trend, noting that Ayurvedic treatments should be customized based on individual body constitution.

  • Dr. Deepeshwar Singh highlighted the pivotal roles of children and women in shaping society. He noted that both groups often neglect their health, making such awareness initiatives critical.

  • Prof. Sharad Sonkar spoke about how the regular practice of yoga and principles of Ayurveda help foster a positive, balanced, and wholesome approach to life.

  • Dr. Narendra Singh drew attention to hydration, warning that inadequate water consumption can lead to infections such as UTIs. He emphasized the synergistic role of yoga and Ayurveda in disease prevention and health maintenance.

  • Dr. Sagar Saini concluded that yoga and Ayurveda are deeply interconnected, describing them as complementary systems that, when practiced together, unlock the true essence of health and vitality.

Community Participation and Closing Remarks:

The session concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Narendra Singh. The workshop saw active participation from faculty members, administrative staff, research scholars, yoga practitioners, and students—making it a vibrant platform for shared learning and community wellness.

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