The yoga programme ynder way at the Government Medical College Hospital in Thoothukudi on Saturday.

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International Yoga Day, which falls on June 21 every year, was observed at Thoothukudi Government Medical College Hospital (TKGMCH) on Saturday..A programme was organised by the Department Yoga and Naturopathy at the hospital.Delivering the special address, Dean E. Ebenezer Joel Kumar highlighted the benefits of Yoga. Haripriya,Medical Officer, Department of Yoga and Naturopathy spoke on this year’s theme ‘Yoga for Healthy Ageing.’Ms. Haripriya, along with Priya, therapeutic assistant of the department, demonstrated yoga postures and breathing exercises with practical explanations.Resident Medical Officer Silas Jeyamani, Medical Superintendent R. Padmanabhan, medical officers, nursing superintendents, students and staff attended the programme. Published - June 20, 2026 07:02 pm IST