As part of Union Government's Special Public Outreach Programme, Union Minister of AYUSH and Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal today visited Baramulla district and carried out multiple activities there having wider public significance.<br />''<br />''The Minister inaugurated Yoga Demonstration-cum-AYUSH Exhibition wherein young athletes showcased their yoga skills. He also inspects the stalls that were installed by the Department of Ayush and were depicting different practices and medical procedures.<br />''After inspection, Mr Sonowal presided over a seminar on AYUSH Intervention with Special Focus on AYUSH Health and Wellness Centres for Development of Modern Kashmir.<br />''<br />''Complimenting the participants who attended the seminar, the Union Minister highlighted the significance of AYUSH medicare services and said that good public health through the intervention of innovative and traditional practices is the top most concern of the government. He said that happiness is the ultimate goal of every being and terms AYUSH more effective for its achievement.<br />''The Minister said that institutions of AYUSH are being strengthened at grass root level and every possible step shall be taken in this regard. He added that the Ministry is working in collaboration with Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for giving me people a happy and healthy life. The Minister further added that special thrust shall be given for establishing a reasearch lab where scientific study on medicinal herbs shall be carried out so as to explore their benefits.<br />''<br />''Underlining the need of Unity in Diversity for a strong nation, the Minister added that the ambitious 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mohatsav' initiative is a unifying factor where all sections of the society converge and excel. He said that youth takes keen interest in Yoga as it plays a vital role in changing our life. He also advised to at least spend five minutes on Yoga practices as it yield quick and effective results.<br />''<br />''Stating that J&K owes its special identity in the nation, the Minister said that Union Government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a good dream for development of Jammu and Kashmir and adding that Government of India has been already working on various flagship programmes aimed to develop socio- economic status of the people.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #000000;">While emphasizing upon the youth to come forward, the Minister said that several novel measures are being taken as part of youth engagement programme which aims to empower the youth and direct them towards productive pursuits. He appreciated the efforts of local administration for organising the sports events and assured every support on the part of Union Government.</span><br />