Yoga session to be held in Odisha schools 

To improve students’ health and concentration in their studies, the schools will conduct a 10-minute Yoga session in their respective schools. 

As per the guideline issued by the Directorate of Secondary Education of Odisha, the Yoga session will be held after the prayer session. The yoga asanas that can be performed while standing are to be selected for the session.

The guidelines came on the basis of the decisions taken in the review meeting conducted under the chairmanship of the Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the Odisha School and Mass Education department on May 6. 

Also Read: Rs 50,000 Cr misappropriated annually in name of 5T during BJD rule: Odisha BJP   

One of the decisions taken in the meeting on games and sports activities of the School and Mass Education Department is that after payer class, the PETs of the schools shall conduct some standing Yoga/ Pranayam/Physical Exercise for a minimum of 10 minutes, which shall activate the children’s body and mind to concentrate on studies.

Similarly, the schools have been suggested to identify talents for national-level competitions. The schools that perform well at the district level will get kits. The team selected for the national level event will receive training in Kalinga stadium.