APSRTC organises yoga programme in Vijayawada for BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week
The seven-day awareness campaign is being conducted across all 129 APSRTC depots and units to promote sustainable lifestyles.
The Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) organised a yoga programme at RTC House in Vijayawada on Sunday, according to The Hindu.
The event was part of the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week (BSLW), which is being observed from November 1 to November 7 to promote environmentally responsible lifestyles.
Around 50 employees, supervisors, and officers participated in the programme, which focused on the theme of adopting healthy lifestyles. Yoga instructors Tulasi Krishna and Murali Krishna demonstrated asanas and discussed the benefits of yoga for mental well-being, physical fitness, and stress management.
APSRTC Chief Medical Officer Dr. Srikantha Reddy emphasised the importance of a balanced diet, yoga, and regular exercise for maintaining health. Executive Director (Administration) K.S.
Brahmananda Reddy, who is overseeing the programme, urged employees to include healthy practices and yoga in their daily routines.
The seven-day campaign is being held across all 129 APSRTC units and depots. Themes include water and energy conservation, sustainable food practices, e-waste, reducing single-use plastics, and effective waste management.
A special Nodal Officer has been appointed to monitor and coordinate the week-long activities across the various APSRTC units.