Hanumakonda, Sept.23 : Describing Indian Ayurveda as the world’s most ancient and trusted medical system, Hanumakonda District Collector Chahat Bajpai emphasized its crucial role in safeguarding public health and preventing disease. Speaking after inaugurating a mega Ayurveda medical camp at the Pragati Mitra Community Hall in Teachers Colony Phase-1 on Wednesday on the occasion of World Ayurveda Day, the Collector highlighted how traditional medicine earned global recognition for its effectiveness, particularly during the critical period of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The mega health camp, organized under the leadership of Regional Deputy Director of the AYUSH Department Dr. Pramila Devi, provided free health check-ups and complimentary Ayurvedic medicines to approximately 312 patients. In addition to clinical consultations and medicine distribution, certified instructors conducted specialized awareness sessions demonstrating how regular practice of yoga and holistic lifestyle habits can naturally control and prevent various chronic ailments.
The event witnessed active participation from several key officials and medical experts, including District Welfare Officer Vishwaja, In-charge District AYUSH Officer Dr. S. Mahendra Kumar, District Program Manager Dr. Bhanu Prakash, and Dr. P. Veera Reddy, alongside Teachers Colony President Ram Reddy. Senior physicians including Dr. Kumaraswamy, Dr. Ravula Jagadeeshwar Prasad, Dr. Sridevi, Dr. Jayaprakash, Dr. Allam Sarvesham, Dr. Madhavi, Dr. Kumar, and Dr. Kokya, together with AYUSH pharmacists, yoga instructors Prabhu and Rajender, and Senior Nursing Officers, contributed to the successful execution of the camp.
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