Yoga essential to maintain a balanced lifestyle, says Chittoor Collector

Account subscription benefits alongside Premium Stories, Editorials, Opinions and more. Unlock these with Subscription The View From India Looking at World Affairs from the Indian perspective. First Day First Show News and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming. Today's Cache Your download of the top 5 technology stories of the day. Data Point Decoding the headlines with facts, figures, and numbers Health Matters Ramya Kannan writes to you on getting to good health, and staying there The Hindu On Books Books of the week, reviews, excerpts, new titles and features. District Collector Sumit Kumar participating in the Yogandhra 2026 event at the Sri Varasiddhi Vinayaka Swamy Temple in Kanipakam near Chittoor district on Friday. | Photo Credit: BY ARRANGEMENT District Collector Sumit Kumar on Friday (June 12, 2026) appealed to the people to make yoga an inseparable part of their daily routine, describing it as an essential practice for maintaining physical fitness, mental well-being, and a balanced lifestyle. Addressing the participants at a ‘Yogandhra’ programme held at the Varasiddhi Vinayaka Swamy Temple premises in Kanipakam, Chittoor, the Collector said yoga should not be treated as a ceremonial activity observed on a single day but adopted as a lifelong practice. He said that regular yoga helps improve concentration, self-confidence, and emotional stability while promoting overall health. “In today’s fast-paced world, people often face stress and lifestyle-related health issues. It is important to dedicate some time daily to yoga,” he said. Mr. Sumit Kumar said that yoga, along with regular walking and healthy dietary habits, could help prevent several ailments and contribute to building a healthier society. He mentioned that a series of yoga programmes is being conducted across villages and mandals in the district until June 21, as part of the lead-up to the 12th International Yoga Day.