Chief Minister, Dr Pramod Sawant released ‘Swasthya Chintan,’ a collection of four books developed under the auspices of GEDC & SCERT, designed for students from 1st to 4th standard. Authored by Dr. Aditya Barve & Dr. Swati Anvekar, these books aim to impart essential knowledge on preventive healthcare and promote a healthy lifestyle to prevent non-communicable diseases. Secretary (Education), Prasad Lolayekar, IAS, Director of Education, Shailesh Zingde were also present.
‘Swasthya Chintan’ underscores the significance of preventive healthcare, drawing from both Ayurveda and modern science. It covers important concepts such as Dinacharya (daily regimen), an ideal lifestyle, nutritious diets, regular exercise, the importance of water consumption, oral hygiene, and more. Additionally, the books provide guidance on maintaining mental and social well-being.
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Barve and Dr. Anvekar for their visionary initiative, and to GEDC and SCERT for advancing and publishing this invaluable resource for the benefit of students and teachers alike,” stated the Chief Minister.
