YOGA TIPS FOR INMATES

ALLAHABAD: Prisoners at Naini Central Jail did not lag behind in practising yoga on World Yoga Day. At least 1,000 prisoners including undertrials and convicts performed yoga under the guidance of expert AK Nigam on the jail premises early in the morning. Senior Jail Superintendent Kedarnath said that inmates performed yoga conducted by Vyakti Vikas Kendra. Yoga Guru AK Nigam gave important tips to the inmates according to their age. Following his instructions, prisoners practised several postures during the one-hour session. The prisoners of all age groups volunteered for the session. Nigam also told inmates to perform ‘asanas’ regularly to reduce stress.