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Celebrating World Meditation Day with the Indian Yoga Association 

On World Meditation Day, the Associate Centres and Member Institutes of the Indian Yoga Association came together to honour the profound practice of meditation. Across various locations, our community gathered to reflect, connect, and deepen their meditation journeys, fostering a sense of unity and inner…

Celebrating 6 Years of Excellence:Indian Yoga Association Gujarat Chapter Foundation Day 

The Indian Yoga Association, Gujarat Chapter, virtually celebrated its 6th Foundation Day on 29th December with the theme Yoga for Lifestyle Management. The program began with a prayer, followed by Mauli Baviskar introducing all dignitaries. The event emphasized yoga’s role in promoting holistic well-being, inspiring…

Geetham Institute of Alternative Medicine hosts transformative sessions 

In December, Geetham Institute of Alternative Medicine, Associate Centre of Indian Yoga Association hosted a series of transformative sessions centered on Varma therapy, which plays a significant role in enhancing physical, mental, and emotional health. The month-long series was conducted by experienced practitioners, each focusing…

Indian ancient Siddhars and the science of longevity: A remarkable discovery byAttangaogam Peedam 

Recent research, supported by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), sheds light on the ancient practice of Attangaogam, Associate Centre of Indian Yoga Association, and its impact on longevity. The study, titled “Effect of Yoga-Pranayamam on Telomere Length in Medical Students,” revealed ground breaking…

Tamil Nadu SCC meets to discuss way forward 

The Tamil Nadu State Chapter Committee meeting was held in World Community Service Centre, Chennai on December 28, 2024, at 10:30am. The meeting commenced with a prayer and meditation session, creating a serene atmosphere for the discussions that followed. Shri Rajeshwari Prabhakaran, Senior Vice-Chairman of…

Enriching programs at Sri Aurobindo Society, Hyderabad 

Throughout December, the Sri Aurobindo Society, Hyderabad, hosted a series of insightful talks and satsangs, focusing on various elements of yoga and spiritual growth. The month began with Elements of Yoga 1 by Smt. Suneetha Sekhar on 1st December, followed by Smt. Harshitha’s session on…

Vedic Kaya Sadhana celebrates convocation ceremony 

The Vedic Kaya Sadhana, Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, recently held its convocation ceremony, marking a significant milestone for its graduating students. The event celebrated the culmination of rigorous training and dedication, with graduates receiving certifications that recognize their comprehensive understanding and expertise…

SSIYRC Students Set World Record inArdha Matsyendrasana 

In a remarkable achievement, 105 students from the Sri Shankari Institute of Yoga and Research Center, Gummudipoondi (SSIYRC), Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, sustained the Ardha Matsyendrasana pose for an impressive 10 minutes, earning them a place in the Worldwide Book of Records….

Sree Bala Yoga Studio reflects on a year of remarkable achievements in 2024 

Sree Bala Yoga Studio, Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association, celebrated a year of significant milestones in 2024, underscoring its commitment to yoga education and community wellness. The studio conducted two sessions of its 200-hour Certificate Course in Yoga and a 500-hour Advanced Certificate…

Ananda Chaitanya Meditation Center launches in Coimbatore 

The Ananda Chaitanya Meditation Center in Kurumbapalayam, Coimbatore, Associate Centre of the Indian Yoga Association was inaugurated with grandeur on December 20, 2024. The event began with the traditional lighting of the kuthuvilakku by renowned writer Jeyamohan, symbolizing the dispelling of ignorance and the illumination…



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05 Feb 2025

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IYA, INYGMA and CCRYN join hands for CHAS
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IYA, INYGMA and CCRYN join hands for CHAS 

Indian Yoga Association, Indian Naturopathy and Yoga Graduates Medical Association (INYGMA) and Central Council for Research in Yoga & Naturopathy (CCRYN) have joined hands for Corona Health Awareness Scale (CHAS): A study on behaviour patterns and usage of AYUSH systems in COVID-19. The survey aims at obtaining health status of the people during this period of Corona pandemic and the impact of Yoga (as also Gayatri Mantra) and other AYUSH therapies before and after lockdown health status. Anyone can participate in the survey without any age bar, education limitations, economic status, etc.

The target is to get responses from 50 lakhs. The CHAS includes questions from four domains including Physical Health, Mental Health, Coping Strategies and Lifestyle. The design of the project includes following modes of intervention:

  • Yoga intervention for those who are in lockdown
  • Yoga intervention for those who are in quarantine
  • Yoga relaxation for inpatient
  • Yoga for COVID will address:
    – Immune system health
    – Respiratory function
    – Stress/anxiety reduction

The data collected for the survey will be used for research purposes only and the confidentiality of the collected data will be maintained strictly. The Name, Email and Phone fields are optional. The participation remains completely voluntary and will contribute to the knowledge repository that will in turn provide key insights for the world post the current pandemic.

The survey will merely take about 10-15 minutess to complete. For the convenience of the common man, the survey has been translated into several languages— English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, Bengali, Odiya, Malayalam and Marathi. The first phase of CHAS has already been completed and analysis is underway.

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