Swami Ramdev Honours Dr Jayaram Thakkar and Dr Kalpana Karia with Lifetime Achievement Awards at World Yogasana Meeting

The 6th General Body Meeting of World Yogasana, held in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, witnessed a historic and inspiring occasion as Yogrishi Swami Ramdev Ji Maharaj honoured two distinguished international Yoga ambassadors, Dr. Jayaram K. Thakkar (78 years) of India/Africa and Dr. Kalpana Karia (70 years) of Kenya, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Yoga, Yogasana Sports, health promotion, and global wellness.

Lifetime Achievement Award Conferred upon Dr. Jayaram K. Thakkar

Dr. Jayaram K. Thakkar, Coordinator (Africa), World Yogasana, was conferred the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his exemplary service and dedication towards the promotion of Yoga, Yogasana Sports, preventive healthcare, and holistic wellness across Africa and beyond.

For over two decades, Dr. Thakkar has played a significant role in advancing Yogasana activities across several African nations while actively promoting India’s ancient wisdom of Yoga, natural living, and preventive health practices.

On this occasion, Yogrishi Swami Ramdev Ji Maharaj also formally launched Dr. Thakkar’s latest book: “Nature Heals – India’s Gift to Global Wellness”

The book highlights the importance of Yoga, Naturopathy, preventive healthcare, emotional well-being, natural living, and sustainable lifestyles as effective solutions to contemporary health challenges. It presents India’s timeless wellness traditions as a pathway towards a healthier and more harmonious world.

Lifetime Achievement Award Conferred upon Dr. Kalpana Karia

Dr. Kalpana Karia, President of the Kenya Yogasana Sports Federation, was also honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for her pioneering contribution to the development and promotion of Yogasana Sports and Yoga-based wellness initiatives in Kenya and across the African continent.

Through her visionary leadership, unwavering dedication, and commitment to the Yogasana movement, Dr. Karia has inspired thousands of practitioners and young athletes, strengthened Yogasana institutions, and significantly contributed to the expansion of the international Yogasana community.

During the ceremony, Yogrishi Swami Ramdev Ji Maharaj also launched her book: “Yoga for Health”

The publication emphasizes the role of Yoga in promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, disease prevention, and holistic health. It serves as a practical guide for individuals seeking healthier and more balanced lifestyles through Yoga.

Recognition of Global Service

The honours bestowed upon Dr. Jayaram K. Thakkar and Dr. Kalpana Karia reflect the growing global influence of Yoga and Yogasana Sports and acknowledge their lifelong dedication to spreading the values of health, harmony, discipline, peace, and human well-being.

The ceremony was attended by international delegates, presidents and representatives of national Yogasana federations, athletes, coaches, technical officials, and dignitaries from numerous countries associated with World Yogasana.

The achievements of both awardees were acknowledged under the dynamic leadership and visionary guidance of Dr. Jaideep Arya, Secretary General, World Yogasana, whose continuous efforts have contributed significantly to expanding the global footprint of Yogasana Sports and strengthening international cooperation through Yoga.

Message for Humanity

The ceremony reinforced the universal message that Yoga is not merely a physical practice but a complete way of life that promotes health, peace, harmony, character-building, self-discipline, and global unity.

The recognition of Dr. Jayaram K. Thakkar and Dr. Kalpana Karia stands as an inspiration for present and future generations to dedicate themselves to the service of humanity through Yoga, wellness, and positive living.