Srinagar, Oct 14: The Directorate of AYUSH, Jammu & Kashmir, organised a Mega Free AYUSH Health Camp at Miskeen Bagh, Srinagar on Thursday under the directions of Director AYUSH J&K, Dr. Ajay Kumar Tikoo, and the guidance of District AYUSH Officer, Srinagar, Dr. Mohd Sultan Paray.
The camp witnessed an encouraging response from the public, with 630 beneficiaries availing various healthcare services, reflecting the growing awareness and acceptance of AYUSH systems of medicine and their role in promoting holistic health and wellness.
The camp provided a range of free healthcare facilities, including medical consultations, free medicines, free laboratory investigations and health counselling, ensuring accessible and affordable healthcare services for the community. A total of 75 laboratory investigations were conducted during the camp.
Special emphasis was laid on preventive healthcare and holistic wellness through dedicated yoga sessions conducted by expert yoga therapists and yoga instructors. The yoga activities witnessed enthusiastic participation, with 121 participants attending the sessions, including 87 children.
The participation of children highlighted the importance of introducing yoga and healthy lifestyle practices at an early age to promote physical fitness, mental well-being and a healthier future generation.
The initiative reflects the continued commitment of the Directorate of AYUSH J&K, under the leadership of Dr. Ajay Kumar Tikoo, Director AYUSH J&K, to taking healthcare services closer to the people through community-based outreach programmes integrating traditional systems of medicine, preventive healthcare, counselling and yoga.
Dr. Mohd Sultan Paray, District AYUSH Officer, Srinagar, emphasised the importance of organising such mega health camps to improve public access to quality healthcare, promote awareness about AYUSH systems and encourage people to adopt healthy lifestyles.
He appreciated the coordinated efforts of the participating medical officers, paramedical staff, laboratory personnel, yoga therapists and instructors in making the camp successful.
He reiterated that the District AYUSH Office, Srinagar, would continue to organise such public-oriented initiatives under the directions and guidance of the Director AYUSH J&K, with a focus on accessible healthcare, preventive wellness and community participation.
The successful conduct of the camp reinforces the Directorate of AYUSH J&K’s commitment to holistic healthcare, preventive wellness and accessible medical services for all, contributing towards a healthier and more empowered society.
