Art of Living Covid Care Program Report

Don Bosco College of Engineering organized ‘The Art of Living Covid Care Program’ for the faculty and students of the institution from May 28, 2021, to May 30, 2021, from 11.00 am to 11.45 am via online mode. The COVID-19 crisis impacted engineering education along with skills. As per the circular by AICTE in association with Art of Living these sessions were conducted in a series of three protocols consisting of asanas, meditations, and breathing exercises or pranayamas to improve people’s immunity, boost their mental resilience, and provide peace of mind. Yoga, breathing exercises and meditation significantly reduce fear and anxiety therby maintaining good physical and mental health. The 30 minutes protocols of Asanas, Pranayama & Meditation were delivered in three categories:

1. For a healthy population in order to help them build overall immunity and lung capacity.
2. Supportive intervention of effective breathing exercises and stretches for patients with mild symptoms either at home or hospitals.
3. Supporting rehabilitation and recovery during Post Covid.

As per the above protocol, a 3-day program of immunity enhancement was conducted for faculty by Mr. Santosh Ghodge and for students by Mrs. Minal Keni, Mrs. Swati Buwaji and Ms. Tanuja Sardesai. Covid care support program was initiated by Dr. Malini Desai and Post covid rehabilitation program by Ms. Maithili Kakodkar. These sessions helped participants to achieve a relaxed state of mind that enables healing and regeneration. This event was coordinated by Ms. Swaroopa Sail, Assistant Professor and Mr. Kishan Mangeshkar, student from Department of Civil Engineering.