AIIMS-R's yoga anatomy prog hosts 50 international delegates

Raipur: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Raipur organised an international Yoga Anatomy Training Programme in Rishikesh, aimed at promoting holistic health through a scientific understanding of yogic practices.

The programme saw the participation of over 50 delegates from diverse parts of the world, including Russia, Europe, South Africa, Latin America, and more.

The primary objective of the programme was to bridge global knowledge by offering in-depth insights into the biomechanics of asanas and pranayama, utilising a human skeleton model to demonstrate the precise biomechanics of postures.

The workshop, led by Prof. (Dr) Mritunjay Rathore from the department of anatomy, AIIMS Raipur, received outstanding feedback from delegates, who praised the depth and clarity of the content covered. Prof. Rathore's extensive expertise in yoga anatomy played a key role in ensuring an engaging experience.

Lt Gen Ashok Jindal (Retd), director & CEO of AIIMS Raipur, emphasised how such initiatives not only contribute to global health awareness but also help integrate traditional practices with modern scientific perspectives, creating a bridge for better understanding and application of yoga in promoting holistic health.