Pulwama marks World Diabetes Day with district-wide yoga sessions
Pulwama | Nov, 14:District Administration Pulwama, in collaboration with the District Ayush Office, on Saturday organised special yoga sessions to mark World Diabetes Day 2026, with Deputy Commissioner K.K. Sidha participating in the programme at the DC Office Complex.
The programme was organised under the theme “Early Action on Diabetes” and aimed at highlighting the importance of physical activity, healthy eating habits and preventive healthcare in tackling lifestyle-related diseases.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Dr. S.M. Ashraf, Chief Planning Officer AashiqKhanday, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Shabaaz Ahmad Bodha, Assistant Commissioner Development, District Social Welfare Officer, District Youth Services and Sports Officer and other district officers also participated.
During the session, participants performed various yoga asanas under the guidance of practitioners, highlighting the role of regular exercise in maintaining overall health.
Speaking on the occasion, Sidha expressed concern over the growing prevalence of diabetes and its impact on public health. He identified sedentary lifestyles, lack of physical activity, excessive sugar consumption, prolonged screen time, inadequate sleep and stress as major contributors to lifestyle-related diseases.
He called for greater awareness and timely intervention, urging people to adopt regular exercise, yoga, balanced nutrition and effective stress management practices.
The Deputy Commissioner also referred to Children’s Day, observed on November 14, and stressed the importance of developing healthy habits among children from an early age. He encouraged outdoor activities, balanced diets and limiting excessive screen time.
Similar yoga sessions were organised at Mini-Secretariat Awantipora, Indoor Stadium BajwaniTral and various degree colleges across the district.
