Ensure flawless preparations for Yoga Day in Visakhapatnam on June 21, says Naidu-OxBig News Network

Participants performing yogasanas on the Orvakal Rock Garden in Kurnool district on Tuesday.
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Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has expressed satisfaction over the overwhelming public response to the International Yoga Day celebrations to be held throughout Andhra Pradesh on June 21.

Reviewing the preparations for the day on Tuesday, Mr. Naidu famous the encouraging registration figures and enthusiastic participation within the yoga follow periods throughout districts.

The State’s formidable objective was to create a Guinness World Record by organising the largest-ever yoga gathering with full public involvement and meticulous planning, he mentioned.

“The government has set a target of involving five lakh participants in Visakhapatnam on June 21. Also, the government aims at a zero inconvenience policy. All traffic and logistical challenges must be proactively addressed, especially in the light of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit. Clear guidance should be given in advance to the attendees from all the regions, regarding where to go and participate,” the Chief Minister mentioned.

Mr. Naidu mentioned that two main pre-events must be organised to mobilise and put together the general public. On June 7, consciousness rallies must be taken out in each village and locality. On June 14, mass yoga periods must be performed at one-lakh areas throughout the State, together with in all the tutorial establishments.

Mr. Naidu mentioned that public consciousness and engagement should peak forward of the principle occasion, making certain individuals have been motivated, knowledgeable, and able to take part with full vitality.

The officers briefed the Chief Minister on the occasions performed as far as a part of the Yoga Month, and the various every day themed actions being held within the districts, which obtained constructive suggestions. “Contingency plans are in place should there be rain. An additional covered venue using German hangars has been prepared to avoid disruption,” they mentioned.

Special Chief Secretary (Health) M.T. Krishna Babu mentioned that yoga registrations have been coming in from each village. “Registrations have exceeded the expectations, with 1.77 crore people already registered out of the two crore target. Those participating for three days will automatically receive yoga participation certificates, also available via app. The participants include students, women, SHG members, and the general public from diverse backgrounds,” he mentioned.

The State recognized 5,353 grasp trainers (goal was 2,600), who had already skilled 1.48 lakh people (surpassing the 1.25 lakh goal). Yoga competitions additionally met their supposed participation targets, he added.